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popper_mod

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Checks if popper_mod is vulnerable

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

It is possible to administrate the remote popper_mod CGI
by requesting the /admin directory directly.

A possible hacker may use this flaw to obtain the passwords
of your users.

Solution : upgrade to the latest version
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 4412

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2003 Renaud Deraison

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