CVE-2006-5382: 3Com Switch SS3 4400 switches, firmware 5.11, 6.00 and 6.10 and earlier, allow remote attackers to read the...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects legacy 3Com Switch SS3 4400 devices on firmware 5.11, 6.00, 6.10, and earlier. A remote attacker could obtain the SNMP read-write community string, which may enable unauthorized management actions. Business urgency depends on whether these switches remain deployed and reachable from untrusted networks. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running 3Com SS3 4400 switches with affected firmware, especially where management interfaces or SNMP are reachable beyond a restricted admin network. Prioritize discovery first. If affected switches are still in production or reachable from broad networks, treat remediation as urgent because compromise could affect network control and segmentation. Mitigation focus: Identify any 3Com SS3 4400 switches and their firmware versions.; Check the 3Com advisory for fixed firmware, replacement, or vendor-supported guidance.; Restrict switch management and SNMP access to trusted administration networks..

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Jun 29, 2026, 09:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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