How severe is CVE-2006-6757?

CVE-2006-6757 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-6757 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6757?

CVE-2006-6757 primarily affects Cwm-design Cwmexplorer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6757?

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-2006-6757 published?

CVE-2006-6757 was published on 2006-12-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6757

CVE-2006-6757 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cwm-design Cwmexplorer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cwm-design Cwmexplorer
Published: 2006-12-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in cwmExplorer 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and source code, and obtain sensitive information via directory traversal sequences in the show_file parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6757?: Directory traversal vulnerability in index.php in cwmExplorer 1.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and source code, and obtain sensitive information via directory traversal sequences in the show_file parameter.
How severe is CVE-2006-6757?: CVE-2006-6757 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6757 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6757?: CVE-2006-6757 primarily affects Cwm-design Cwmexplorer. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6757?: 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-2006-6757 published?: CVE-2006-6757 was published on 2006-12-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:cwm-design:cwmexplorer:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cwm-design:cwmexplorer:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

More vulnerabilities in Cwm-design Cwmexplorer

CVE-2006-6766 — High (CVSS 7.5): Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in cwmExplorer 1.1.0 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL…

All CVEs affecting Cwm-design Cwmexplorer →