SMTP Server Inbound .exe Attachment Detection

info Nessus Network Monitor Plugin ID 1173

Synopsis

NNM has noted an inbound mail message that contained a .exe attachment.

Description

NNM has noted an inbound mail message that contained a .exe attachment. CAVEAT: NNM was not able to determine whether or not the SMTP server actually processed the email message.

Solution

If applicable, block incoming .exe attachments. Ensure antivirus and malware detection is deployed.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 1173

Family: SMTP Servers

Published: 8/20/2004

Updated: 1/16/2019