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GEN:SID | 1:491 |
Message | INFO FTP Bad login |
Summary | This event is generated when a failed attempt to login to an FTP server is detected. |
Impact | Unknown. Multiple events may indicate an attempt to enumerate accounts and passwords using brute force methodology. |
Detailed Information | This event is generated when a failed attempt to login to an FTP server is detected. Multiple events may indicate an attempt to enumerate accounts and passwords using brute force methodology. |
Affected Systems | All FTP Servers |
Attack Scenarios | |
Ease of Attack | Simple. |
Corrective Action | Check FTP logs for access attempts. Disallow FTP access from sources external to the protected network. Consider using Secure Shell as a replacement for FTP services. |
Additional References | RFC: http://www.faqs.org/rfcs/rfc959.html |
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DID:228140
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