Netrc Config File

By
Prathap
Published on
01 Oct 2021
Vulnerability

The .netrc file disclosure vulnerability exists. The .netrc file can contain username and password credentials for various sites, to allow simpler invocation of tools. That could aid a malicious user in planning more sophisticated attacks.

Mitigation / Precaution

Remove or restrict access from the internet to this type of files.

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Written by
Prathap
Prathap
Co-founder, Director
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