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Security checkMay 13, 2024

Apache server-info enabled

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Description

Exposing the Apache server-info page allows attackers to gather detailed information about the server configuration, installed modules, and other system-related details, aiding potential attacks.

Recommendation

To mitigate this risk, disable the server-info functionality in the Apache configuration file. Additionally, restrict access to the /server-info URL using appropriate access controls.

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