How severe is CVE-2006-6556?

CVE-2006-6556 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-6556 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6556?

CVE-2006-6556 affects Eyeos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6556?

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-2006-6556 published?

CVE-2006-6556 was published on 2006-12-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6556

CVE-2006-6556 is a high-severity vulnerability in Eyeos 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: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Eyeos
Published: 2006-12-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The eyeHome function in apps/eyeHome.eyeapp/aplic.php in EyeOS before 0.9.3-3 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary code via dangerous file extensions that are not all lowercase, which bypasses a cleansing operation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6556?: The eyeHome function in apps/eyeHome.eyeapp/aplic.php in EyeOS before 0.9.3-3 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary code via dangerous file extensions that are not all lowercase, which bypasses a cleansing operation.
How severe is CVE-2006-6556?: CVE-2006-6556 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6556 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6556?: CVE-2006-6556 affects Eyeos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6556?: 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-2006-6556 published?: CVE-2006-6556 was published on 2006-12-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:eyeos:eyeos:0.9.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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