Microsoft Windows Messenger Detection

info Nessus Plugin ID 11429

Synopsis

The remote host contains an instant messaging client.

Description

Windows Messenger, an instant messaging client, is installed on the remote Windows host.

Solution

Ensure that use of this softare agrees with your organization's acceptable use and security policies.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 11429

File Name: winmessenger_installed.nasl

Version: 1.17

Type: local

Agent: windows

Family: Windows

Published: 3/21/2003

Updated: 2/1/2022

Asset Inventory: true

Supported Sensors: Nessus Agent, Nessus

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:microsoft:windows_messenger

Required KB Items: SMB/Registry/Enumerated