CVE-2006-6799: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-6799: SQL injection vulnerability in Cacti 0.8.6i and earlier, when register_argc_argv is enabled, allows remote...

SQL injection vulnerability in Cacti 0.8.6i and earlier, when register_argc_argv is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) second or (2) third arguments to cmd.php. NOTE: this issue can be leveraged to execute arbitrary commands since the SQL query results are later used in the polling_items array and popen function.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 20:42 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Older Cacti deployments can let a remote attacker manipulate database queries through cmd.php when PHP register_argc_argv is enabled. The CVE notes the issue can escalate beyond data access because query results later feed command execution paths. This is mainly an urgent legacy-system risk. Exposure is most likely in old, internet-accessible or internally reachable Cacti installations still running 0.8.6i or earlier, especially with PHP register_argc_argv enabled. Modern Cacti deployments are not identified as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize remediation if any legacy Cacti instance remains reachable. The business risk is not just database tampering; the CVE describes a path to arbitrary command execution under a specific configuration. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Cacti 0.8.6i and earlier to a fixed vendor-supported release.; Apply relevant distribution advisories, including Debian, Gentoo, SUSE, Mandriva, or OpenPKG packages.; Disable PHP register_argc_argv where compatibility allows..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 08:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 28, 2006, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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cacti-cmd-sql-injection(31177)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
3029CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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