CVE-2001-0709
First published: Wed Aug 29 2001(Updated: )
Microsoft IIS 4.0 and before, when installed on a FAT partition, allows a remote attacker to obtain source code of ASP files via a URL encoded with Unicode.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Server | <=4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0709?
CVE-2001-0709 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive source code.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0709?
To fix CVE-2001-0709, upgrade Microsoft IIS to version 5.0 or later and ensure it is configured to prevent directory traversal.
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0709?
CVE-2001-0709 affects Microsoft IIS version 4.0 and earlier installed on FAT partitions.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2001-0709?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2001-0709 to retrieve the source code of ASP files hosted on the server.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-0709?
As a workaround for CVE-2001-0709, consider changing file permissions and removing unnecessary ASP files from the server.
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