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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> CGI abuses >> AN HTTPd count.pl file truncation Vulnerability Assessment Details
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AN HTTPd count.pl file truncation |
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Creates a file on the remote server Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment The remote web server is running a CGI called 'count.pl' which may be used by a possible hacker to overwrite any existing file on the remote server, with the rights of the httpd server. A possible hacker may use this flaw to prevent this host from working properly. Solution : Delete /isapi/count.pl Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: 7397 Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2003 Renaud Deraison |
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