CVE-2006-2438: Directory traversal vulnerability in the viewfile servlet in the documentation package (resin-doc) for Cauc...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-2438 is an old file disclosure issue in the Resin documentation package. If the vulnerable documentation servlet is exposed, a remote user may read files from other web roots and may trigger path disclosure with invalid input. Business urgency depends on whether legacy Caucho Resin 3.0.17 or 3.0.18 systems still exist and expose resin-doc. Exposure is most likely on legacy internet-facing or intranet-facing Resin 3.0.17 or 3.0.18 deployments where the resin-doc package and viewfile servlet remain reachable. Systems without resin-doc, without those versions, or not reachable by untrusted users are less likely exposed based on the provided sources. Prioritize discovery over emergency response unless vulnerable legacy Resin instances are exposed to untrusted users. If exposed, remediate promptly because file disclosure can reveal configuration, code, or paths useful for later compromise. Mitigation focus: Inventory Caucho Resin deployments and identify versions 3.0.17 and 3.0.18.; Remove or disable exposed resin-doc documentation components where operationally unnecessary.; Restrict access to documentation servlets to trusted administrative networks only..

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Jun 29, 2026, 12:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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