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Disable Directory Listing in Apache

August 22, 2010 Web Servers Jesin A 2 Comments

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Securing your web server is very important than the security of other computers on the network, because you can make other computers invisible on the internet using the “stealth mode” feature available on many firewalls. But the same cannot be done on the web server as it is meant for the complete public access. And the “public” might include beginner level users trying to curiously explore every nook and corner of you website and advanced hackers intentionally trying to find vulnerabilities on your website. And directory listing can be a boon for such people to start looking for juicy information.Continue Reading…

Tags: apache, directory listing, htaccess

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