Hidden File Found
ID |
hidden_file_found |
Severity |
high |
Kind |
Information Disclosure |
CWE |
538 |
Description
A sensitive file was identified as accessible or available. This may leak administrative, configuration, or credential information which can be leveraged by a malicious individual to further attack the system or conduct social engineering efforts.
Rationale
Hidden or sensitive files exposed on web servers can leak credentials, API keys, database connection strings, or administrative interfaces. Attackers scan for common patterns like .git directories, backup files, or configuration files to gain unauthorized access or extract sensitive data. This information disclosure enables privilege escalation, system compromise, or lateral movement within the infrastructure.