Backup files Security Vulnerability

Description
A possible backup file has been found on your webserver. These files are usually created by developers to backup their work or by administrators when making backups of the web server.

Impact
Backup files can contain script sources, configuration files or other sensitive information that may help a malicious user to prepare more advanced attacks.

References
Security Focus : Ten Steps to a Cleaner Web Root
Security Tips for Server Configuration
Protecting Confidential Documents at Your Site

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