How severe is CVE-2006-6427?

CVE-2006-6427 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-6427 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6427?

CVE-2006-6427 primarily affects Xerox Workcentre. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6427?

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-2006-6427 published?

CVE-2006-6427 was published on 2006-12-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6427

CVE-2006-6427 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xerox Workcentre 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-78
Affected product: Xerox Workcentre
Published: 2006-12-10
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Web User Interface in Xerox WorkCentre and WorkCentre Pro before 12.060.17.000, 13.x before 13.060.17.000, and 14.x before 14.060.17.000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors involving "command injection" in (1) the TCP/IP hostname, (2) Scan-to-mailbox folder names, and (3) certain parameters in the Microsoft Networking configuration. NOTE: vector 1 might be the same as CVE-2006-5290.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6427?: The Web User Interface in Xerox WorkCentre and WorkCentre Pro before 12.060.17.000, 13.x before 13.060.17.000, and 14.x before 14.060.17.000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors involving "command injection" in (1) the TCP/IP hostname, (2) Scan-to-mailbox folder names, and (3) certain parameters in the Microsoft Networking configuration. NOTE: vector 1 might be the same as CVE-2006-5290.
How severe is CVE-2006-6427?: CVE-2006-6427 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6427 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6427?: CVE-2006-6427 primarily affects Xerox Workcentre. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6427?: 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-2006-6427 published?: CVE-2006-6427 was published on 2006-12-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:h:xerox:workcentre:12.060.17.000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:xerox:workcentre:12.060.17.000:*:pro:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:xerox:workcentre:13.060.17.000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:xerox:workcentre:13.060.17.000:*:pro:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:xerox:workcentre:14.060.17.000:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:xerox:workcentre:14.060.17.000:*:pro:*:*:*:*:*

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