GEN:SID | 1:1369 |
Message | WEB-ATTACKS /bin/ls command attempt |
Summary | Attempted ps command access via web
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Impact | Attempt to gain information on system files and filestructure
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Detailed Information | This is an attempt to gain intelligence on the filesystem on a webserver. The ls command lists the files and filesystem layout on a UNIX or Linux based system. The attacker could possibly gain information needed for other attacks on the host.
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Attack Scenarios | The attacker can make a standard HTTP request that contains '/bin/ls'in the URI.
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Ease of Attack | Simple HTTP request.
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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 command may also be requested on a command line should the attacker gain access to the machine.
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Additional References | sid: 1368
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