ASP.NET contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to bypass authentication. The issue is triggered when a specially crafted URL which takes advantage of character handling is used to directly access a file which otherwise requires authentication. It is possible that the flaw may allow unauthorized file access resulting in a loss of confidentiality.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Information Disclosure,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
OSVDB:
Web Related
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.
This product uses the Daylife API but is not endorsed or certified by Daylife.
This section lists the latest news and blogs found via the daylife API (and for older items, the technorati API), which mention or otherwise discuss this vulnerability.