CVE-2006-5660

CVE-2006-5660 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Security Agent Management Center with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Cisco Security Agent Management Center (CSAMC) 5.1 before 5.1.0.79 does not properly handle certain LDAP error messages, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication requirements via an empty password when using an external LDAP server.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5660?
Cisco Security Agent Management Center (CSAMC) 5.1 before 5.1.0.79 does not properly handle certain LDAP error messages, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication requirements via an empty password when using an external LDAP server.
How severe is CVE-2006-5660?
CVE-2006-5660 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5660 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5660?
CVE-2006-5660 affects Cisco Security Agent Management Center. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5660?
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-2006-5660 published?
CVE-2006-5660 was published on 2006-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)