WEB_IIS webhits access

 

Code: p1174

Severity: Warning

 

Description: This event is generated when an attempt is made to disclose the contents of a file on an Internet Information Server (IIS) host.

Impact: Intelligence gathering activity. This attack can display the contents of an Activer Server Page (ASP) file or other files located on the server.

Corrective: Apply the patch discussed in the referenced Microsoft Bulletin.