CVE-2009-1535: High severity microsoft internet information services (iis) vulnerability
The WebDAV extension in Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 5.1 and 6.0 allows remote attackers to bypass URI-based protection mechanisms, and list folders or read, create, or modify files, via a %c0%af (Unicode / character) at an arbitrary position in the URI, as demonstrated by inserting %c0%af into a "/protected/" initial pathname component to bypass the password protection on the protected\ folder, aka "IIS 5.1 and 6.0 WebDAV Authentication Bypass Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2009-1122.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1535?
CVE-2009-1535 has a moderate severity level, allowing unauthorized access due to URI-based protection bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1535?
To fix CVE-2009-1535, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Microsoft Internet Information Services or apply the necessary security patches.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-1535?
CVE-2009-1535 affects Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) version 5.1 and 6.0.
Can CVE-2009-1535 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-1535 can be exploited remotely by attackers using crafted URIs.
What types of attacks can CVE-2009-1535 facilitate?
CVE-2009-1535 can facilitate attacks that allow remote attackers to list folders, read, create, or modify files on affected servers.