PatchTheCVECVE-2006-4647: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in news.php in Sponge News 2.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to
CVE-2006-4647 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting sponge news. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in news.php in Sponge News 2.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the sndir parameter.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 3.2% (top 12%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-09-08 |
| 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
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Exploit-DB: Sponge News 2.2 - 'sndir' Remote File Inclusion
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-2006-4647?
sponge news: upgrade to newer than 2.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-4647 being exploited?
CVE-2006-4647 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-2006-4647 affect?
CVE-2006-4647 affects sponge news. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in news.php in Sponge News 2.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the sndir parameter.
How urgent is CVE-2006-4647?
Priority 53/100. High severity; Public exploit reference