MS.IIS.File.Extension.Processing.Security.Bypass

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This indicates an attack attempt to exploit an authentication-bypass vulnerability in Microsoft Windows IIS Server.
The vulnerability is caused by an error that occurs when the vulnerable
software handles a malicious JPG file. A remote attacker may exploit this to bypass the authentication via a crafted HTTP request.

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Microsoft IIS 6

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Security Bypass: Remote attackers can bypass security checking of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Upgrade to the latest version, available from the following web site:
http://www.iis.net/downloads

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)