Is CVE-2006-7236 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2006-7236, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2006-7236 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2006-7236 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2006-7236?

CVE-2006-7236 has a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2006-7236

CWE-16Published: January 2, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

9.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The default configuration of xterm on Debian GNU/Linux sid and possibly Ubuntu enables the allowWindowOps resource, which allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code or have unspecified other impact via escape sequences.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2006-7236 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-2006-7236. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.