CVE-2006-7098

CVE-2006-7098 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Debian Apache with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Description

The Debian GNU/Linux 033_-F_NO_SETSID patch for the Apache HTTP Server 1.3.34-4 does not properly disassociate httpd from a controlling tty when httpd is started interactively, which allows local users to gain privileges to that tty via a CGI program that calls the TIOCSTI ioctl.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-7098?
The Debian GNU/Linux 033_-F_NO_SETSID patch for the Apache HTTP Server 1.3.34-4 does not properly disassociate httpd from a controlling tty when httpd is started interactively, which allows local users to gain privileges to that tty via a CGI program that calls the TIOCSTI ioctl.
How severe is CVE-2006-7098?
CVE-2006-7098 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-7098 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (43rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-7098?
CVE-2006-7098 affects Debian Apache. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7098?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-7098 published?
CVE-2006-7098 was published on 2007-03-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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