CVE-2006-6860

CVE-2006-6860 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Mythcontrol with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in the sendToMythTV function in MythControlServer.c in MythControl 1.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted sendStr string to the Bluetooth interface. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6860?
Buffer overflow in the sendToMythTV function in MythControlServer.c in MythControl 1.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted sendStr string to the Bluetooth interface. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2006-6860?
CVE-2006-6860 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2006-6860 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6860?
CVE-2006-6860 affects Mythcontrol. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6860?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-6860 published?
CVE-2006-6860 was published on 2006-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)