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LocalWeb2000 remote read

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Checks for LocalWeb2000

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is running LocalWeb2000.

Version 2.1.0 of LocalWeb2000 permits a possible hacker to view protected
files on the host's computer.

Example: http://www.vulnerableserver.com/./protectedfolder/protectedfile.htm

It may also disclose the NetBIOS name of the remote host when
it receives malformed directory requests.

Solution: Contact http://www.intranet-server.co.uk for an update.

Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 2268, 4820, 7947

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2002 Jason Lidow

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