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Short Name

HTTP:UNIX-FILE:ETC-HOSTS-ALLOW

Severity

Low

Recommended

No

Category

HTTP

Keywords

HTTP

Release Date

2003/06/12

Update Number

1213

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: Unix File /etc/hosts.allow


This signature detects attempts to access the configuration file for hosts permitted to access the server. Attackers can examine this file to determine trust relationships and identify new targets.

Extended Description

A remote attacker could access a UNIX system and view confidential configuration information.

References

  • URL: http://www.faqs.org/docs/securing/chap5sec37.html

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