HTTP CONNECT Proxy Detection

info Nessus Plugin ID 34473

Synopsis

A web proxy is listening on the remote host.

Description

The remote service supports the HTTP CONNECT method for tunneling connections through an HTTP connection.

Solution

Make sure use of this service is in agreement with your organization's security policy.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 34473

File Name: proxy_connect_detect.nasl

Version: 1.10

Type: remote

Published: 10/22/2008

Updated: 4/11/2022

Configuration: Enable thorough checks

Asset Inventory: true

Supported Sensors: Nessus