OSVDB ID: 83386

Title: Microsoft IIS Non-existent IDC File Request Web Root Path Disclosure

Info

Disclosure

Jun 04, 1999

Discovery

Unknown

Dates

Exploit

Jun 04, 1999

Solution

Unknown

Description

Microsoft IIS webserver contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when a remote attacker sends a request for a non-existent IDC file, which discloses the software's installation path resulting in a loss of confidentiality. While such information is relatively low risk, it is often useful in carrying out additional, more focused attacks.

Classification

Location: Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Information Disclosure
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality
Solution: Patch / RCS
Exploit: Exploit Public
Disclosure: Vendor 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. Check the vendor advisory or solution in the references section.

Products

Microsoft Corporation

Windows NT Server 4.0

SP1
SP2
SP3
SP5
SP4

References

Credit

Unknown or Incomplete



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