Easy Table of Contents Technology Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Easy Table of Contents in digital assets. It helps identify the presence of the plugin, which is vital for understanding the software environment of a site, enabling better security management.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
3 weeks 1 hour
Scan only one
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The Easy Table of Contents plugin is generally used on WordPress websites by bloggers, content creators, and web developers. It helps in creating an automatically generated table of contents for long posts or pages. The plugin is popular among users who want to improve the navigation of their content and make it more user-friendly. It provides an option to include a table of contents in various positions on a page according to user preference. The plugin is open-source and integrates seamlessly with WordPress, enhancing the overall accessibility of the site. It is highly customizable, allowing users to adjust its appearance to blend with the site’s theme.
The technology detection vulnerability allows for the recognition of the Easy Table of Contents plugin on a website. This can provide insights into the site's construction and potential weaknesses based on the known issues or outdated versions of the plugin. Identifying such plugins is crucial for assessing a website's security posture. It may lead to targeted attacks if malicious entities know which software versions are in use. The detection does not exploit the system directly but reveals information about the components within the digital environment. This is particularly important for security assessments and penetration testing.
The detection process involves examining web pages for specific indicators of the Easy Table of Contents plugin. The nuclei template uses HTTP GET requests to fetch plugin-related files such as 'readme.txt' from predictable paths. By employing regular expression patterns, it extracts version information of the installed plugin. The process checks for outdated versions by comparing the detected version with the latest available version. This ensures that users are alerted when they need to update their plugin to mitigate any potential risk associated with the detected version.
If exploited, the vulnerability could potentially lead to a variety of security issues, such as unwanted access or manipulation of site content. Attackers could exploit known vulnerabilities in outdated versions, leading to data breaches or site defacement. While technology detection in itself is not damaging, it paves the way for attackers to plan and execute more sophisticated attacks. This could ultimately affect the site’s reputation, lead to loss of visitor trust, and incur financial losses if sensitive data is compromised. Regularly updating plugins and monitoring security bulletins are essential to prevent exploitation.
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