PatchTheCVECVE-2006-5905: Web Directory Pro allows remote attackers to (1) backup the database and obtain the backup via a direct reques
CVE-2006-5905 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.4) affecting web directory pro. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Web Directory Pro allows remote attackers to (1) backup the database and obtain the backup via a direct request to admin/backup_db.php or (2) modify configuration via a direct request to admin/options.php.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.4 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 26%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-11-15 |
| 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-2006-5905?
web directory pro: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-5905 being exploited?
CVE-2006-5905 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-2006-5905 affect?
CVE-2006-5905 affects web directory pro. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.4). Web Directory Pro allows remote attackers to (1) backup the database and obtain the backup via a direct request to admin/backup_db.php or (2) modify configuration via a direct request to admin/options.php.
How urgent is CVE-2006-5905?
Priority 41/100. No elevated risk signals yet.