CVE-2006-1393: Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the mod_pubcookie Apache application server module i...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes multiple cross-site scripting flaws in the Pubcookie Apache application server module. An attacker could cause a Pubcookie-protected site to display attacker-controlled script or HTML. Business urgency depends on whether legacy Pubcookie is still used on public or internal web applications. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running legacy Pubcookie with Apache mod_pubcookie. Public-facing authentication gateways or applications using this module deserve priority review. The provided affected CPE data is incomplete and lists n/a. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless Pubcookie is still protecting important applications. If present on internet-facing authentication flows, prioritize remediation because XSS in authentication-adjacent components can affect user trust and session security. Mitigation focus: Inventory Apache servers for Pubcookie mod_pubcookie deployments.; Check Pubcookie vendor advisory for fixed release guidance.; Upgrade affected 3.2 deployments to 3.2.1b or later where applicable..

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Jun 29, 2026, 13:35 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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