How severe is CVE-2006-6596?

CVE-2006-6596 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2006-6596 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6596?

CVE-2006-6596 affects Hilgraeve Hyperaccess. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6596?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2006-6596 published?

CVE-2006-6596 was published on 2006-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6596

CVE-2006-6596 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hilgraeve Hyperaccess with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (64th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hilgraeve Hyperaccess
Published: 2006-12-15
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

HyperAccess 8.4 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary vbscript and commands via a session (HAW) file, which can be automatically opened using Internet Explorer.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6596?: HyperAccess 8.4 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary vbscript and commands via a session (HAW) file, which can be automatically opened using Internet Explorer.
How severe is CVE-2006-6596?: CVE-2006-6596 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-6596 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6596?: CVE-2006-6596 affects Hilgraeve Hyperaccess. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6596?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-6596 published?: CVE-2006-6596 was published on 2006-12-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:hilgraeve:hyperaccess:8.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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