Title: Microsoft ASP.NET Forms .aspx File Authentication Bypass
Info
Disclosure
Sep 14, 2004
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Sep 14, 2004
Solution
Unknown
Description
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 Required
Attack Type:
Information Disclosure,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit:
Exploit Available
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.