Microsoft Exchange Server Detect

This module, named Microsoft Exchange Server Detect, serves the critical function of detecting potential vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange Server. It focuses on identifying misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, or fingerprinting the software. The module is designed to interact with Microsoft Exchange Server and perform tests to identify any security issues that may be present.

This module can be a valuable tool for system administrators and security professionals who need to assess the security posture of their Microsoft Exchange Server installations. By running this module, users can gain insights into any potential misconfigurations or vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers.

The severity of this module is categorized as informative, meaning its purpose is to provide information and detect vulnerabilities rather than exploit them. It does not actively exploit detected vulnerabilities.

This module was created by an unknown author, as the description does not explicitly mention the original author.

Impact

The impact of running this module is primarily informational. It helps users identify potential vulnerabilities in their Microsoft Exchange Server installations, which enables them to take appropriate actions to mitigate any security risks. By addressing the identified issues, organizations can enhance the security of their Exchange servers, safeguard sensitive data, and prevent unauthorized access or breaches.

How the Module Works

The Microsoft Exchange Server Detect module utilizes HTTP request templates and matching conditions to detect vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange Server installations. One example of an HTTP request used in this module is:

GET /owa/auth/logon.aspx

The module's matching conditions include:

• Checking for the presence of the X-Owa-Version header
• Matching a regular expression pattern in the response body that matches the path /owa/auth/[0-9.]+/
• Verifying the presence of specific HTML title tags, such as <title>Exchange Log In</title> and <title>Microsoft Exchange - Outlook Web Access</title>

These conditions are combined using the logical OR operator, meaning the module will consider a match if any of these conditions are met. When a match is found, the module will report the vulnerability but does not perform further actions on the identified vulnerability.