How severe is CVE-2006-6818?

CVE-2006-6818 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-6818 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6818?

CVE-2006-6818 affects Alstrasoft Webhost Directory. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6818?

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-2006-6818 published?

CVE-2006-6818 was published on 2006-12-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6818

CVE-2006-6818 is a high-severity vulnerability in Alstrasoft Webhost Directory 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% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Alstrasoft Webhost Directory
Published: 2006-12-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

AlstraSoft Web Host Directory allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and change the admin password via a direct request to admin/config.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6818?: AlstraSoft Web Host Directory allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and change the admin password via a direct request to admin/config.
How severe is CVE-2006-6818?: CVE-2006-6818 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6818 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6818?: CVE-2006-6818 affects Alstrasoft Webhost Directory. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6818?: 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-2006-6818 published?: CVE-2006-6818 was published on 2006-12-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:alstrasoft:webhost_directory:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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