CVE-2006-2237
MediumExploitedPublic exploitThe web interface for AWStats 6.4 and 6.5, when statistics updates are enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the migrate parameter.
Published May 8, 2006 · Updated Aug 4, 2026 · Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2006-2237, DSA-1058-1
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2006-2237 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.1 v2) affecting Awstats.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 1, 2020. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Awstats 6.4-1sarge2, Awstats 6.5-2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
5.1
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
58%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The web interface for AWStats 6.4 and 6.5, when statistics updates are enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the migrate parameter.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 1, 2020 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
13 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| AwstatsAwstats | 6.4, 6.5 | 6.5-2 |
Patched Releases
Awstats
6.4-1sarge2, 6.5-2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
May 8, 2006
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 1, 2020
Last updated
Aug 4, 2026
References
- advisoryhttps://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2006-2237
- patch19969
- patch25284
- exploitMSF awstats_migrate_exec.rb
- exploitExploitDB-16886
FAQ
Common Questions.
The web interface for AWStats 6.4 and 6.5, when statistics updates are enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the migrate parameter.
Affected: Awstats versions 6.4, 6.5. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 1, 2020.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Awstats 6.4-1sarge2, Awstats 6.5-2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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