uwsgi.ini File Exposure

What is the "uwsgi.ini File Exposure?"

The "uwsgi.ini File Exposure" module is designed to detect the exposure of the uwsgi.ini file. This file is commonly used in uWSGI, a fast and flexible application server for Python web applications. The module focuses on identifying misconfigurations that may lead to the exposure of sensitive information contained within the uwsgi.ini file.

This module has an informative severity level, which means it provides valuable information but does not indicate a direct vulnerability or security risk.

This module was authored by DhiyaneshDK.

Impact

If the uwsgi.ini file is exposed, it may reveal sensitive configuration details of the uWSGI server, such as database credentials, secret keys, or other sensitive information. This exposure could potentially be exploited by malicious actors to gain unauthorized access or perform further attacks on the server or associated applications.

How does the module work?

The "uwsgi.ini File Exposure" module works by sending an HTTP GET request to the "/uwsgi.ini" path. It then applies matching conditions to determine if the response indicates the presence of the uwsgi.ini file.

The matching conditions used in this module are:

- The response body must contain the string "[uwsgi]". - The response status code must be 200 (OK).

If both conditions are met, the module reports a potential exposure of the uwsgi.ini file.

Example HTTP request:

GET /uwsgi.ini

Note: The above example is a simplified representation of the HTTP request used by the module.