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NNTP Server Detection

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
NNTP Server Detection

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

Summary :

An NNTP server is listening on the remote port

Description :

The remote host is running a news server (NNTP). Make sure
that hosting such a server is authorized by your company
policy.

Solution :

Disable this service if you do not use it.

Network Security Threat Level:

None

Networks Security ID:

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