How severe is CVE-2007-5506?

CVE-2007-5506 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-5506 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-5506?

CVE-2007-5506 primarily affects Oracle Database Server. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5506?

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-2007-5506 published?

CVE-2007-5506 was published on 2007-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-5506

CVE-2007-5506 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Database Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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-399.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-399
Affected product: Oracle Database Server
Published: 2007-10-17
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Core RDBMS component in Oracle Database 9.0.1.5+, 9.2.0.8, 9.2.0.8DV, 10.1.0.5, and 10.2.0.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted type 6 Data packet, aka DB20.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5506?: The Core RDBMS component in Oracle Database 9.0.1.5+, 9.2.0.8, 9.2.0.8DV, 10.1.0.5, and 10.2.0.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted type 6 Data packet, aka DB20.
How severe is CVE-2007-5506?: CVE-2007-5506 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-5506 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5506?: CVE-2007-5506 primarily affects Oracle Database Server. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5506?: 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-2007-5506 published?: CVE-2007-5506 was published on 2007-10-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:9.0.1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:9.2.0.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:9.2.0.8dv:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:10.1.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:oracle:database_server:10.2.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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