Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:IIS:TILDE-INFO-DISC |
|---|---|
Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft IIS Tilde in Short File/Folder Information Disclosure |
Release Date |
2012/09/17 |
Update Number |
2185 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Microsoft IIS Tilde in Short File/Folder Information Disclosure
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Microsoft IIS. Successful exploitation by inserting a tilde "~" into the GET request of a file or directory path allows attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information that can aid in other attacks.
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