How severe is CVE-2006-5668?

CVE-2006-5668 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-5668 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-5668?

CVE-2006-5668 primarily affects Ampache. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5668?

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-2006-5668 published?

CVE-2006-5668 was published on 2006-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-5668

CVE-2006-5668 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ampache 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ampache
Published: 2006-11-03
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Ampache 3.3.2 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass security restrictions and gain guest access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5668?: Unspecified vulnerability in Ampache 3.3.2 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass security restrictions and gain guest access.
How severe is CVE-2006-5668?: CVE-2006-5668 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5668 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5668?: CVE-2006-5668 primarily affects Ampache. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5668?: 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-2006-5668 published?: CVE-2006-5668 was published on 2006-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)

cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.3.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ampache:ampache:3.3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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