GNU.HTTPTunnel

CategoryFile Transfer (file-transfer)
Last Updated DateMar 16, 2010
ImpactFirewall policy bypass
DescriptionThis indicates a HTTP tunneling attempt made by GNU HTTPTunnel, which can be used to bypass firewall policy.
RiskMedium
PopularityMedium
Characteristic
Loss of productivity?   Have disclosed vulnerability?   Can bypass firewall policy?   Contain built-in function for other purposes?   Can communicate in clear text or via proxy?   Can support file transfer?   Can be misused?   Can tunnel other apps?   
Affected ApplicationsHTTPTunnel 3.0.5
Recommended ActionsYou can set this signature's action to "BLOCK" if this application is not allowed in your network.
Reference/shttp://www.nocrew.org/software/httptunnel.html