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Multiple OpenVMS WASD HTTP Server Vulnerabilities

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Checks for the version of the remote HTTP Server

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host is running WASD HTTP server - a web server for the
OpenVMS platform.

The remote version of this software is vulnerable to various
vulnerabilities which may permit a possible hacker to execute arbitrary
code on the remote host.

Solution : Upgrade to OpenVMS WASD 7.2.4, 8.0.1 or 8.1
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 5811

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