CVE-2006-5100

Name: CVE-2006-5100
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-10-03T04:03:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.73%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-5100 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in parse/parser.php in WEB//NEWS (aka webnews) 1.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the WN_BASEDIR parameter.. EPSS estimates a 3.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in parse/parser.php in WEB//NEWS (aka webnews) 1.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the WN_BASEDIR parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.73%

88.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netwin	Webnews	1.1h
Netwin	Webnews	1.1i
Netwin	Webnews	1.1j
Netwin	Webnews	1.1k
Netwin	Webnews	1.4

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 3, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-5100?

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in parse/parser.php in WEB//NEWS (aka webnews) 1.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the WN_BASEDIR parameter.

How severe is CVE-2006-5100?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-5100 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5100?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2006-5100?

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Source: NVD / NIST