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ELOG Web Logbook Multiple Remote Vulnerabilities

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Acertains the presence of ELOG Web Logbook

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is running ELOG Web Logbook, a free webinterface logbook.

The remote version of this software is prone to a a buffer overflow
vulnerability as well as an information disclosure vulnerability.

A possible hacker may exploit this feature to obtain more information about the
set up of the remote host or to execute arbitrary commands with the rights
of the web server.

Solution : Upgrade to version 2.5.7 or later.
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 12556, 12639, 12640

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