Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:INFO-LEAK:BOOT-INI |
|---|---|
Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
Yes |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Windows boot.ini |
Release Date |
2004/12/17 |
Update Number |
1213 |
Supported Platforms |
di-5.3+, idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: boot.ini Probe
This signature detects probes for the boot.ini file, used by Microsoft Windows to load the operating System. Attackers can attempt to edit or modify this file.
Extended Description
The HTTP application is prone to a directory-traversal vulnerability because it fails to sufficiently sanitize user-supplied input. Exploiting this issue will allow an attacker to view arbitrary local files and directories within the context of the webserver. Information harvested may aid in launching further attacks. HTTP 1.1 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.
Affected Products
- HTTP 1.1
References
- BugTraq: 54243
- BugTraq: 39590
- URL: http://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch000492.htm