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CAPEC-556

Replace File Extension Handlers

When a file is opened, its file handler is checked to determine which program opens the file. File handlers are configuration properties of many operating systems. Applications can modify the file handler for a given file extension to call an arbitrary program when a file with the given extension is opened.

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Detailed

Tipik ciddiyet

High

Saldırı ihtimali

Medium

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When a file is opened, its file handler is checked to determine which program opens the file. File handlers are configuration properties of many operating systems. Applications can modify the file handler for a given file extension to call an arbitrary program when a file with the given extension is opened.

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Ön koşullar

  • Target application or infrastructure exposes an exploitable vulnerability surface.

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Savunma

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Inspect registry for changes. Limit privileges of user accounts so changes to default file handlers can only be performed by authorized administrators.