guestbook hacked?

Discussion in 'Programming' started by fotoviva, Jan 13, 2007.

  1. #1
    Hi there

    When I look at my AWstats it always shows a lot of hits on my perl and cgi guestbook. However, my site does not utilise these so is someone using my guestbooks? It shows that they have come into my site from there and exited from the guestbook pages.

    Can anyone shed some light on this please?

    :confused:
     
    fotoviva, Jan 13, 2007 IP
  2. tandac

    tandac Active Member

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    It could also be someone attempting to exploit problems in these scripts. You may be fine if you know your scripts are secure.

    I get a kick out of reviewing my logs. People are always trying to exploit my code. I just don't use phpBB, or any of the traditional CMS systems. Doesn't stop them from trying though.
     
    tandac, Jan 13, 2007 IP
  3. fotoviva

    fotoviva Active Member

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    thanks tandac, but how do i know if my scripts are secure? I guess they aren't if they are being found? Trouble is, these hits are making my stats incorrect!
     
    fotoviva, Jan 13, 2007 IP
  4. kajakske

    kajakske Well-Known Member

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    Well, if you are not using the scripts, ... remove them ;-)
    All doubt is gone that way ...
     
    kajakske, Jan 13, 2007 IP