HTPasswd.Access
Description
It indicates an attempt to access the .htpasswd file on a web server.
The .htpasswd file contains username password information of a web server. There are vulnerabilities on some web servers that allow attackers to gain access to the file without proper authentication.
Affected Products
Any unprotected web server that may expose .htpasswd file to outside is vulnerable.
Impact
Attackers can gain account information about the victim system.
Recommended Actions
Block remote access to the .htpasswd file.
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |