CVE-2006-3274: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-3274: Directory traversal vulnerability in Webmin before 1.280, when run on Windows, allows remote attackers to r...

Directory traversal vulnerability in Webmin before 1.280, when run on Windows, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via \ (backslash) characters in the URL to certain directories under the web root, such as the image directory.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 18:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2006-3274 affects Webmin before 1.280 when deployed on Windows. A remote attacker may be able to read files outside intended web directories by abusing Windows backslash path handling in URLs. The main business risk is disclosure of sensitive local files from a Webmin management host. Exposure is most likely limited to organizations still running Webmin versions earlier than 1.280 on Windows. Internet-facing Webmin management interfaces would carry higher risk than restricted administrative hosts. Treat this as a legacy management-plane exposure. It is not supported as actively exploited by the bundle, but exposed obsolete Webmin on Windows should be remediated promptly because arbitrary file read can reveal secrets. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Windows Webmin deployments to version 1.280 or later.; Check Webmin vendor guidance and changelog for exact fixed release details.; Restrict Webmin access to trusted administrative networks or VPN users..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 11:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 28, 2006, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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webmin-backslash-directory-traversal(27366)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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