FTP Server Does Not Support AUTH Command
Severity: LOW
Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015
DESCRIPTION
FTP servers supports the AUTH command, which provides enhanced authentication options such as TLS, Kerberos, GSSAPI etc. This should be used to prevent eavesdropping on FTP connections. This rule identifies if FTP server does not support AUTH command.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1005461
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: 1005461 - Identified FTP Server Without AUTH Command Support
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- FTP Server
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