Title: Netscape FastTrack get Command Forced Directory Listing
Info
Disclosure
Jan 16, 1998
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Jan 16, 1998
Solution
Unknown
Description
Netscape FastTrack contains a flaw that allows a remote user to obtain a directory listing of files regardless of the presence of "index.html" (or similar default files). The issue is due to FastTrack not properly handling lower case web requests. By requesting a "get" instead of "GET", an attacker can bypass the displaying of default files and see a raw listing of files in a directory.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Authentication Management,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Solution:
Workaround,
Patch / RCS
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known upgrades or patches to correct this issue. It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround: Disable open browsing completely.