Is CVE-2006-0072 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2006-0072, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2006-0072 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2006-0072 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2006-0072?

CVE-2006-0072 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2006-0072

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: January 4, 2006· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Buffer overflow in termsh on SCO OpenServer 5.0.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long -o command line argument. NOTE: this is probably a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-0351 since it involves a distinct attack vector.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2006-0072 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2006-0072. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.