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Family: General --> Category: infos
Compaq Web Based Management Agent Proxy Vulnerability Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Compaq Web Based Management Agent Proxy Vulnerability
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
This host is running the Compaq Web Management
Agent. This service can be used as an HTTP
proxy. A possible hacker can use this to bypass
firewall rules or hide the source of web-based
attacks.
Solution: Due to the information leak associated
with this service, we recommend that you disable
the Compaq Management Agent or filter access to
TCP ports 2301 and 280.
If this service is required, installing the
appropriate upgrade from Compaq will fix this
issue. The software update for your operating
system and hardware can be found via Compaq's
support download page:
http://www.compaq.com/support/files/server/us/index.html
For more information, please see the vendor advisory at:
http://www.compaq.com/products/servers/management/SSRT0758.html
Threat Level: Medium
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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