Is CVE-2006-5206 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2006-5206, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2006-5206 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2006-5206 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2006-5206?

CVE-2006-5206 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2006-5206

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: October 10, 2006· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in Invision Gallery 2.0.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the album parameter in (1) index.php and (2) forum/index.php, when the rate command in the gallery automodule is used.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2006-5206 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-2006-5206. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.