How severe is CVE-2006-5266?

CVE-2006-5266 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-5266 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 16% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-5266?

CVE-2006-5266 affects Microsoft Dynamics Gp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5266?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2006-5266 published?

CVE-2006-5266 was published on 2006-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-5266

CVE-2006-5266 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Dynamics Gp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 16% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 16% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Microsoft Dynamics Gp
Published: 2006-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Great Plains) 9.0 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted Distributed Process Manager (DPM) message to the (a) DPM component, or a (2) long string or (3) long IP address in a Distributed Process Server (DPS) message to the DPM or (b) DPS component.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5266?: Multiple buffer overflows in Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Great Plains) 9.0 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted Distributed Process Manager (DPM) message to the (a) DPM component, or a (2) long string or (3) long IP address in a Distributed Process Server (DPS) message to the DPM or (b) DPS component.
How severe is CVE-2006-5266?: CVE-2006-5266 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5266 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 16% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5266?: CVE-2006-5266 affects Microsoft Dynamics Gp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5266?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-5266 published?: CVE-2006-5266 was published on 2006-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:dynamics_gp:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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