QID 730150

Date Published: 2021-08-17

QID 730150: Server Private Keys Detected

An SSH and/or SSL/TLS private keys were detected on the target server.

QID Detection Logic (Unauthenticated):
This QID sends an HTTP GET requests to the target host to see if it hosts any SSH and/or SSL/TLS private keys on Webroot.

Attackers could misuse Private Keys to perform malicious activities such as decrypting sensitive information, and gain unauthorized access to systems etc.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.1 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Critical - 9.4 severity.
  • Solution

    Customers are advised to store Private Keys in a secure location.

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