How severe is CVE-2006-6944?

CVE-2006-6944 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-6944 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6944?

CVE-2006-6944 primarily affects Phpmyadmin. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6944?

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-2006-6944 published?

CVE-2006-6944 was published on 2007-01-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6944

CVE-2006-6944 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phpmyadmin 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: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Phpmyadmin
Published: 2007-01-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

phpMyAdmin before 2.9.1.1 allows remote attackers to bypass Allow/Deny access rules that use IP addresses via false headers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6944?: phpMyAdmin before 2.9.1.1 allows remote attackers to bypass Allow/Deny access rules that use IP addresses via false headers.
How severe is CVE-2006-6944?: CVE-2006-6944 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6944 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6944?: CVE-2006-6944 primarily affects Phpmyadmin. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6944?: 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-2006-6944 published?: CVE-2006-6944 was published on 2007-01-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)

cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.0_beta1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.0_rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.1_rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpmyadmin:phpmyadmin:2.9.1_rc2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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