Policy - WebMod Gaming HTTP Server Detection

low Nessus Network Monitor Plugin ID 2659

Synopsis

The remote host is running software that should be authorized with respect to corporate policy.

Description

The remote host is running WebMod. WebMod is a web server that is used in popular online games (such as Half-Life). WebMod is the administrative interface to the currently-running game. The existence of WebMod indicates that there is a game server currently serving up game scenarios.

Solution

Ensure that this sort of gaming is in alignment with corporate policies and guidelines.

Plugin Details

Severity: Low

ID: 2659

Family: Web Servers

Published: 2/28/2005

Updated: 1/15/2016