PatchTheCVECVE-2006-5429: Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Barry Nauta BRIM 1.2.1 and earlier allow remote attacker
CVE-2006-5429 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting brim. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Barry Nauta BRIM 1.2.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the renderer parameter in template.tpl.php in (1) templates/barrel/, (2) templates/sidebar/, (3) templates/text-only, (4) templates/slashdot/, (5) templates/penguin/, (6) templates/pda/, (7) templates/oerdec/, (8) templates/nifty/, (9) templates/mylook, and (10) templates/barry/.
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 | 2.8% (top 14%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-10-20 |
| 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.
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-2006-5429?
brim: upgrade to newer than 1.2.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-5429 being exploited?
CVE-2006-5429 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-2006-5429 affect?
CVE-2006-5429 affects brim. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Barry Nauta BRIM 1.2.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the renderer parameter in template.tpl.php in (1) templates/barrel/, (2) templates/si
How urgent is CVE-2006-5429?
Priority 53/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
Software pages
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