CVE-2006-6568

Name: CVE-2006-6568
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-12-15T11:28:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.70%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-6568 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in includes/kb_constants.php in the Knowledge Base (mx_kb) 2.0.2 module for mxBB allows remote attackers to include arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) sequence in the phpEx parameter.. EPSS estimates a 3.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in includes/kb_constants.php in the Knowledge Base (mx_kb) 2.0.2 module for mxBB allows remote attackers to include arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) sequence in the phpEx parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.70%

88.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mxbb	Kb Mods	2.0.2

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/23356Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21577Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30857
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2924
http://secunia.com/advisories/23356Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21577Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30857
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2924

Timeline

Published: Dec 15, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6568?

How severe is CVE-2006-6568?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6568 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6568?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST