How severe is CVE-2006-5650?

CVE-2006-5650 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-5650 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 66% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-5650?

CVE-2006-5650 affects Aol Icq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5650?

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-2006-5650 published?

CVE-2006-5650 was published on 2006-11-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-5650

CVE-2006-5650 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aol Icq with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 66% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 66% (99th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Aol Icq
Published: 2006-11-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The ICQPhone.SipxPhoneManager ActiveX control in America Online ICQ 5.1 allows remote attackers to download and execute arbitrary code via the DownloadAgent function, as demonstrated using an ICQ avatar.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5650?: The ICQPhone.SipxPhoneManager ActiveX control in America Online ICQ 5.1 allows remote attackers to download and execute arbitrary code via the DownloadAgent function, as demonstrated using an ICQ avatar.
How severe is CVE-2006-5650?: CVE-2006-5650 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5650 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 66% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5650?: CVE-2006-5650 affects Aol Icq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5650?: 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-2006-5650 published?: CVE-2006-5650 was published on 2006-11-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:aol:icq:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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