Check Point Secure Platform Detection

info Nessus Plugin ID 17584

Synopsis

It is possible to connect to the remote Check Point system.

Description

The remote host seems to be a Check Point Secure Platform, and it allows connections to its web console management.

Letting attackers know that you are using this software will help them focus their attack or make them change their strategy. In addition to this, an attacker may attempt to launch a brute-force attack to log into the remote interface.

Solution

Filter incoming traffic to this port.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 17584

File Name: checkpoint_secureplatform.nasl

Version: Revision: 1.9

Type: remote

Family: Misc.

Published: 3/21/2005

Updated: 10/16/2012

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:checkpoint:secure_platform_ng