How severe is CVE-2007-6226?

CVE-2007-6226 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-6226 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-6226?

CVE-2007-6226 primarily affects Apc Oas. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-6226?

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-2007-6226 published?

CVE-2007-6226 was published on 2007-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-6226

CVE-2007-6226 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apc Oas with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (77th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Apc Oas
Published: 2007-12-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The American Power Conversion (APC) AP7932 0u 30amp Switched Rack Power Distribution Unit (PDU), with rpdu 3.5.5 and aos 3.5.6, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain login access by making a login attempt while a different client is logged in, and then resubmitting the login attempt once the other client exits.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-6226?: The American Power Conversion (APC) AP7932 0u 30amp Switched Rack Power Distribution Unit (PDU), with rpdu 3.5.5 and aos 3.5.6, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain login access by making a login attempt while a different client is logged in, and then resubmitting the login attempt once the other client exits.
How severe is CVE-2007-6226?: CVE-2007-6226 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-6226 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-6226?: CVE-2007-6226 primarily affects Apc Oas. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6226?: 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-2007-6226 published?: CVE-2007-6226 was published on 2007-12-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:apc:oas:3.5.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apc:switched_rack_pdu_firmware:3.5.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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