CVE-2006-5521

Name: CVE-2006-5521
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-10-26T16:07:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.14%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-5521 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in DNS/RR.php in Net_DNS 0.03 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the phpdns_basedir parameter.. EPSS estimates a 3.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in DNS/RR.php in Net_DNS 0.03 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the phpdns_basedir parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.14%

86.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Net Dns	Net Dns	<= 0.03

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 26, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-5521?

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in DNS/RR.php in Net_DNS 0.03 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the phpdns_basedir parameter.

How severe is CVE-2006-5521?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-5521 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-5521?

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-2006-5521?

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Source: NVD / NIST