Is CVE-2006-3940 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2006-3940, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2006-3940 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2006-3940 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2006-3940?

CVE-2006-3940 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2006-3940

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: July 31, 2006· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in phpbb-Auction allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the ar parameter in auction_room.php and (2) the u parameter in auction_store.php. NOTE: the auction_rating.php vector is already covered by CVE-2005-1234. NOTE: the original disclosure states that the product name is "PHP-Auction", but this is probably an error.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2006-3940 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-2006-3940. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.