What is the severity of CVE-2006-2667?

The severity of CVE-2006-2667 is considered to be critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP commands.

How do I fix CVE-2006-2667?

To fix CVE-2006-2667, update your WordPress installation to version 2.0.3 or later, as these versions contain the necessary security patches.

Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2006-2667?

CVE-2006-2667 affects WordPress versions 2.0.2 and earlier.

Can CVE-2006-2667 lead to full system compromise?

Yes, CVE-2006-2667 can potentially lead to full system compromise by allowing arbitrary command execution on the server.

What types of attacks can be performed through CVE-2006-2667?

Attacks through CVE-2006-2667 could involve remote code execution, allowing attackers to manipulate or control server operations.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2006-2667

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 94

30/5/2006

18/10/2018

CVE-2006-2667: Code Injection

First published: Tue May 30 2006(Updated: )

Direct static code injection vulnerability in WordPress 2.0.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by inserting a carriage return and PHP code when updating a profile, which is appended after a special comment sequence into files in (1) wp-content/cache/userlogins/ (2) wp-content/cache/users/ which are later included by cache.php, as demonstrated using the displayname argument.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WordPress	<=2.0.2

Remedy

http://secunia.com/advisories/20271

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-2667?
The severity of CVE-2006-2667 is considered to be critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP commands.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2667?
To fix CVE-2006-2667, update your WordPress installation to version 2.0.3 or later, as these versions contain the necessary security patches.
Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2006-2667?
CVE-2006-2667 affects WordPress versions 2.0.2 and earlier.
Can CVE-2006-2667 lead to full system compromise?
Yes, CVE-2006-2667 can potentially lead to full system compromise by allowing arbitrary command execution on the server.
What types of attacks can be performed through CVE-2006-2667?
Attacks through CVE-2006-2667 could involve remote code execution, allowing attackers to manipulate or control server operations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-2667?
The severity of CVE-2006-2667 is considered to be critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP commands.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2667?
To fix CVE-2006-2667, update your WordPress installation to version 2.0.3 or later, as these versions contain the necessary security patches.
Which versions of WordPress are affected by CVE-2006-2667?
CVE-2006-2667 affects WordPress versions 2.0.2 and earlier.
Can CVE-2006-2667 lead to full system compromise?
Yes, CVE-2006-2667 can potentially lead to full system compromise by allowing arbitrary command execution on the server.
What types of attacks can be performed through CVE-2006-2667?
Attacks through CVE-2006-2667 could involve remote code execution, allowing attackers to manipulate or control server operations.