CVE-2006-2546: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-2546: A recommended admin password reset mechanism for BEA WebLogic Server 8.1, when followed before October 10,...

A recommended admin password reset mechanism for BEA WebLogic Server 8.1, when followed before October 10, 2005, causes the administrator password to be stored in cleartext in the domain directory, which could allow attackers to gain privileges.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 17:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2006-2546 concerns BEA WebLogic Server 8.1. A BEA-recommended administrator password reset procedure, if followed before October 10, 2005, could leave the administrator password in cleartext in the domain directory. If someone can access that directory, they may gain administrative privileges. Exposure is most likely in legacy WebLogic Server 8.1 domains where the affected reset mechanism was used before October 10, 2005. Systems without that history are less likely affected, but the bundle lacks complete affected-version metadata. Treat this as a legacy exposure review, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize it if WebLogic Server 8.1 systems, old domain backups, or inherited application estates remain in scope. Mitigation focus: Check BEA or Oracle guidance for CVE-2006-2546 before changing production domains.; Inventory any remaining WebLogic Server 8.1 domains and archived domain directories.; Rotate administrator credentials where cleartext exposure is suspected or confirmed..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 12:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 23, 2006, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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weblogic-admin-password-cleartext(26460)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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