CVE-2006-0914: Bugzilla 2.16.10, 2.17 through 2.18.4, and 2.20 does not properly handle certain characters in the mostfreq...

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This is an old Bugzilla issue where a remote user could send unexpected characters to a duplicate-reporting page and cause a database SQL error. The supplied sources do not show confirmed data theft, code execution, or active exploitation. Business urgency depends on whether any legacy Bugzilla instance is still exposed. Exposure is most likely in legacy Bugzilla deployments still running the listed versions and exposing duplicates.cgi to untrusted users. Modern, upgraded, or decommissioned Bugzilla systems are less likely to be affected, but the bundle provides no CPE inventory details. Treat as a legacy exposure check rather than an emergency unless affected Bugzilla is still public-facing. Prioritize inventory, upgrade planning, and access reduction for any confirmed affected system. Mitigation focus: Identify any Bugzilla deployments and confirm exact versions.; Check the Mozilla/Bugzilla advisory for fixed release guidance.; Upgrade or retire affected legacy Bugzilla versions where present..

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Jun 29, 2026, 14:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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