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bb-hist.sh

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Read arbitrary files using the CGI bb-hist.sh

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

It is possible to view arbitrary files on a system where versions 1.09b or
1.09c of 'BigBrother' are installed, using a flaw in the bb-hist.sh CGI
program.

Solution : Upgrade to version 1.09d or later.

Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 142

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: Copyright (C) 1999 Renaud Deraison

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