HTTP PUT method allows clients to upload files to a Web server
| http-put (4252) |  High Risk |
Description:
PUT is an HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) method, like GET or POST, defined in RFC 1945. This method allows a client to submit data to be saved on the Web server as the file name specified by the URI, or to update a file on the Web server with new data.
Platforms Affected:
- Apple, Mac OS
- Cisco, IOS
- Compaq, Tru64
- Data General, DG/UX
- HP, HP-UX
- IBM, AIX
- IBM, OS2
- Linux, Kernel
- Microsoft, Windows 2000
- Microsoft, Windows 2003 Server
- Microsoft, Windows 95
- Microsoft, Windows 98
- Microsoft, Windows 98SE
- Microsoft, Windows Me
- Microsoft, Windows NT 4.0
- Microsoft, Windows XP
- Novell, NetWare
- SCO, SCO Unix
- SGI, IRIX
- Sun, Solaris
- Various vendors, HTTP
- WindRiver, BSDOS
Remedy:
A properly configured Web server should not allow a remote client to overwrite arbitrary files using the PUT method. If this feature is not used, it is recommended that it be disabled.
Consequences:
File Manipulation
References:
- Request for Comment document RFC 1945, Hypertext Transfer Protocol -- HTTP/1.0 at ftp://ftp.isi.edu/in-notes/rfc1945.txt.
Reported:
Apr 12, 2000
The information within this database may change without notice. Use of this information constitutes acceptance for use in an AS IS condition. There are NO warranties, implied or otherwise, with regard to this information or its use. Any use of this information is at the user's risk. In no event shall the author/distributor (Internet Security Systems X-Force) be held liable for any damages whatsoever arising out of or in connection with the use or spread of this information.
Copyright (c) 1994-2008 Internet Security Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.
For corrections or additions please email xforce@iss.net