CVE-2006-2479: The Update functionality in Bitrix Site Manager 4.1.x does not verify the authenticity of downloaded update...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Bitrix Site Manager 4.1.x had an unsafe update process. The updater did not verify downloaded updates, so a poisoned DNS path could redirect it to attacker-controlled content. The cited impact includes sensitive information exposure and eventual arbitrary PHP code execution. Exposure is most likely in legacy Bitrix Site Manager 4.1.x installations that still use the vulnerable updater or retain related updater logs. Current affected-version data is sparse. Prioritize if the organization still runs Bitrix Site Manager 4.1.x. The business risk is legacy remote code execution potential through a trusted maintenance process, but evidence of active exploitation is not provided. Mitigation focus: Check Bitrix vendor guidance for fixed versions or updater hardening.; Retire or isolate Bitrix Site Manager 4.1.x installations.; Restrict administrative update access to trusted networks..

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

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