Is CVE-2006-2618 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2006-2618 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2006-2618 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2006-2618 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2006-2618?

CVE-2006-2618 has a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2006-2618

CWE-79Published: May 26, 2006· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

4.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in (1) AlstraSoft Web Host Directory 1.2, aka (2) HyperStop WebHost Directory 1.2, might allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the "write a review" box. NOTE: since user reviews do not require administrator privileges, and an auto-approve mechanism exists, this issue is a vulnerability.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2006-2618 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.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.