CVE-2006-5986: admin/options.php in Extreme CMS 0.9, and possibly earlier, does not require authentication, which might al...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Extreme CMS 0.9 may expose an administrative options page without login. If an obsolete installation is internet-facing, an attacker could perform unauthorized administrative actions. The record is old, sparse, and explicitly notes unknown provenance, so urgency depends on whether this CMS still exists in your estate. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Extreme CMS deployments, especially internet-facing sites that still contain admin/options.php. The bundle does not provide CPEs, reliable affected-version metadata, or evidence of currently exposed instances. Treat this as an exposure-discovery item rather than an emergency unless Extreme CMS is confirmed online. If found on an internet-facing site, prioritize containment or retirement because the weakness concerns unauthenticated administrative functionality. Mitigation focus: Inventory for Extreme CMS 0.9 or earlier installations.; Check archived vendor or project guidance before making product-specific changes.; Remove or retire obsolete Extreme CMS deployments where feasible..

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Jun 29, 2026, 09:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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