5646 : Multiple Web Server Dangerous HTTP Method DELETE
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Last Modified
10 months ago

Percent Complete
90%

Disclosure
Jan 01, 1994

Discovery
Unknown

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Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 Web Servers support the DELETE HTTP method. If enabled, a remote client may have the ability to delete objects from the web server. This could allow an arbitrary user to alter web site content causing a loss of integrity or availability.

Classification

 Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Misconfiguration
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 If the DELETE method is not essential for your site, disable it in the web server configuration. Consult your documentation or vendor for detailed instructions on how to accomplish this.

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Web Servers
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 HTTP/1.0
HTTP/1.1

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