Ultrasurf.9.6+

Alias/esUltrasurf.9.6
CategoryInternet Proxy(proxy)
Last Updated DateDec 15, 2009
ImpactSecurity Bypass: Remote attackers can bypass security checking of vulnerable systems.
DescriptionThis indicates an attempt to use the Ultra Surf web proxy to defeat network traffic filtering.

Ultra Surf is a software that helps defend against traffic filtering. In some cases company or network policy may restrict the use of Ultra Surf because it allows users to hide prohibited network activities.
RiskHigh
PopularityHigh
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?   
VendorUltraReach
Affected ApplicationsUltra Surf 9.6
Ultra Surf 9.7
Ultra Surf 9.8
Ultra Surf 9.9
Ultra Surf 9.91
Ultra Surf 9.92
Ultra Surf 9.93
Ultra Surf 9.94
Ultra Surf 9.95
Ultra Surf 9.96
Recommended ActionsThe signature can be set to "BLOCK" if this type of traffic is against the network policy.
Reference/shttp://www.ultrareach.net/