PatchTheCVECVE-2006-3040: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in talkbox.php in Amr Talkbox allows remote attackers to execute arbit
CVE-2006-3040 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting amr talkbox. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in talkbox.php in Amr Talkbox allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the direct parameter. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by CVE, since the $direct variable is set to a static value just before the include statement
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.7% (top 23%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-06-15 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2006-3040?
amr talkbox: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-3040 being exploited?
CVE-2006-3040 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2006-3040 affect?
CVE-2006-3040 affects amr talkbox. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in talkbox.php in Amr Talkbox allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the direct parameter. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by CVE, since the $direct variable is set to
How urgent is CVE-2006-3040?
Priority 45/100. High severity