Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:REQERR:NULL-IN-HEADER |
|---|---|
Severity |
Medium |
Recommended |
Yes |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Null in HTTP Header Request |
Release Date |
2012/03/16 |
Update Number |
2100 |
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: Null in HTTP Header Request
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known flaw in the Nginx Web Server. An attacker can send a request containing a null byte, which could cause a denial of service (DoS) of the web server service or possibly a sensitive information leak.
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