CVE-2006-2222: Buffer overflow in zawhttpd 0.8.23, and possibly previous versions, allows remote attackers to cause a deni...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-2222 is an old denial-of-service issue in zawhttpd 0.8.23, and possibly earlier versions. A remote request containing multiple backslash characters in the URI can crash the web server daemon. The source bundle does not show data theft, code execution, a CVSS score, or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running legacy zawhttpd instances, especially internet-facing or embedded deployments. The provided affected product metadata is incomplete, so inventory confirmation is required before assuming exposure or non-exposure. Prioritize investigation if any internet-facing zawhttpd service exists. Otherwise, handle through legacy asset cleanup and exposure reduction. Business risk is mainly service outage, with no source-backed evidence of data compromise or active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Identify any zawhttpd deployments and their exact versions.; Remove or replace exposed zawhttpd services where business use is no longer required.; Restrict network access to trusted management or internal networks only..

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Jun 29, 2026, 12:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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