Note — This post applies to an older version of Acunetix
An updated build of Acunetix Web Vulnerability Scanner Version 7 was released. This new build (20110823) includes the new Firefox plugin which supports ireFox version 5, two new security checks and a bug fix in the automated WSDL web service scanner.
New Security checks
- Complex security check for Timthumb (detects WordPress installations and checks for vulnerable plugins and themes. Includes bruteforcing capabilites to look for plugins/themes that contain the Timthumb script)
- Security check for Sun/Oracle GlassFish Server Authentication Bypass (same check includes some additional checks for GlassFish)
Updates
- Updated Firefox plugin to support Firefox 5
Bug fix
- Fixed an enumeration problem while parsing a WSDL with inputs that have a lot of possible values
How to upgrade to build 20110823:
On starting up Acunetix WVS, a pop up window will automatically notify you that a more recent build is available for download. To download the latest build, navigate to General > Program Updates node in the Tools explorer, and click on Download and Install new build.
Click here for the complete Acunetix WVS change log.
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