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Apache Tomcat Directory Listing and File disclosure

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Apache Tomcat Directory listing and File Disclosure Bugs

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

Apache Tomcat (prior to 3.3.1a) is prone to a directory listing and file
disclosure vulnerability, it permits remote attackers to potentially list
directories even with an index.html or other file present, or obtain
unprocessed source code for a JSP file.

Solution: Upgrade to Tomcat 4.1.18 or newer version.

Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 6721

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