How severe is CVE-2006-6973?

CVE-2006-6973 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-6973 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-6973?

CVE-2006-6973 affects Headstart Solutions Deskpro. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6973?

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-2006-6973 published?

CVE-2006-6973 was published on 2007-02-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-6973

CVE-2006-6973 is a high-severity vulnerability in Headstart Solutions Deskpro 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% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Headstart Solutions Deskpro
Published: 2007-02-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Headstart Solutions DeskPRO does not require authentication for certain files and directories associated with administrative activities, which allows remote attackers to (1) reinstall the application via a direct request for install/index.php; (2) delete the database via a do=delete_database QUERY_STRING to a renamed copy of install/index.php; or access the administration system, after guessing a filename, via a direct request for a file in (3) admin/ or (4) tech/.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6973?: Headstart Solutions DeskPRO does not require authentication for certain files and directories associated with administrative activities, which allows remote attackers to (1) reinstall the application via a direct request for install/index.php; (2) delete the database via a do=delete_database QUERY_STRING to a renamed copy of install/index.php; or access the administration system, after guessing a filename, via a direct request for a file in (3) admin/ or (4) tech/.
How severe is CVE-2006-6973?: CVE-2006-6973 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6973 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6973?: CVE-2006-6973 affects Headstart Solutions Deskpro. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6973?: 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-2006-6973 published?: CVE-2006-6973 was published on 2007-02-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.zion-security.com/text/Mul_Vulnerability_DeskPro.txt

Affected products (1)

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