Remote authors or content providers will only use secure encrypted logons and connections to upload files to the Document Root directory.

Part of WG235

SV-14278r2_rule Remote authors or content providers will only use secure encrypted logons and connections to upload files to the Document Root directory.

Vulnerability discussion

Logging in to a web server via a telnet session or using HTTP or FTP in order to upload documents to the web site is a risk if proper encryption is not utilized to protect the data being transmitted. A secure shell service or HTTPS needs to be installed and in use for these purposes.

Check content

Query the SA to determine if there is a process for the uploading of files to the web site. This process should include the requirement for the use of a secure encrypted logon and secure encrypted connection. If the remote users are uploading files without utilizing approved encryption methods, this is a finding.

Fix text

Use only secure encrypted logons and connections for uploading files to the web site.

Pro Tips

Lavender hyperlinks in small type off to the right (of CSS class id, if you view the page source) point to globally unique URIs for each document and item. Copy the link location and paste anywhere you need to talk unambiguously about these things.

You can obtain data about documents and items in other formats. Simply provide an HTTP header Accept: text/turtle or Accept: application/rdf+xml.