GEN:SID 1:1370
Message WEB-ATTACKS /etc/inetd.conf access
Summary Attempted inetd configuration access via web
Impact Attempt to gain information on system processes on webserver
Detailed Information This is an attempt to gain intelligence on the processes being run on a
webserver. The inetd configuration lists the daemons executed at boot
time on a UNIX or Linux based system. The attacker could possibly gain
information needed for other attacks on the host.
Affected Systems  
Attack Scenarios The attacker can make a standard HTTP request that contains
'/etc/inetd.conf'in the URI.
Ease of Attack Simple HTTP request.
Corrective Action Webservers should not be allowed to view or execute files and binaries
outside of it's designated web root or cgi-bin. This file may also be
requested on a command line should the attacker gain access to the
machine. Making the file read only by the superuser on the system will
disallow viewing of the file by other users.
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