CVE-2006-6637

Name: CVE-2006-6637
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-12-19T20:28:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.56%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-6637 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Servlet Engine and Web Container in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) before 6.0.2.17, when ibm-web-ext.xmi sets fileServingEnabled to true and servlet caching is enabled, allows remote attackers to obtain JSP source code and other sensitive information via "specific requests.". EPSS estimates a 2.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Servlet Engine and Web Container in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) before 6.0.2.17, when ibm-web-ext.xmi sets fileServingEnabled to true and servlet caching is enabled, allows remote attackers to obtain JSP source code and other sensitive information via "specific requests."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.56%

83.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.1
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.3
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.5
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.7
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.9
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.11
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.13
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	6.0.2.15

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/23414Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/24478Vendor Advisory
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21243541
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg24015155
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27006876Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21636
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22991
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5050Vendor Advisory
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0970Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/23414Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/24478Vendor Advisory
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21243541
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg24015155
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27006876Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21636
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22991
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5050Vendor Advisory
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0970Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6637?

How severe is CVE-2006-6637?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6637 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6637?

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-2006-6637?

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Source: NVD / NIST