nPerf Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of nPerf Server in digital assets. It helps safeguard systems by identifying the presence of nPerf servers.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
22 days 5 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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The nPerf Server is a tool used for network performance testing. It is commonly utilized by network administrators, ISP technicians, and IT professionals to assess and monitor network bandwidth and speed. Its wide usage stems from its ability to provide detailed insights and performance metrics essential for diagnostics. nPerf Server is versatile and can be used across various platforms and network environments. It aids in troubleshooting and ensuring optimal network performance. Businesses and individuals use it to ensure their networks are functioning at peak capability.
The vulnerability detected by the scanner pertains to the presence of nPerf Server in digital environments. This detection does not necessarily indicate a flaw but rather alerts network managers to the server's presence, which may not have been intended. Ensuring awareness of all active and potentially exposed network servers is crucial for maintaining security. Given the server's function in probing and testing networks, monitoring its exposure and access controls is essential. Understanding where these servers operate helps in managing security policies more effectively. Although benign in nature, such detections help in cataloguing network assets.
Technically, the nPerf Server detection involves examining HTTP response headers and the content of pages served by the server. The scanner looks for specific markers such as "Nperfserver-Remote-Endpoint" in headers and "<title>nPerfServer</title>" in the body of responses. By identifying these markers, the scanner confirms the presence of an nPerf Server. Both header and body content serve as indicators that the server is running on the targeted host. This nondisruptive detection aids in mapping network components effectively.
Potential effects of not managing detected servers include unauthorized bandwidth usage and potential exposure of network testing infrastructure to unintended parties. Although detection alone isn't harmful, the unintentional exposure of such servers could lead to misuse in scenarios where access is not properly controlled. Network monitoring could become skewered if these servers are tweaked or probed by unwanted actors. It could inadvertently contribute to network congestion or faulty assessments. Ensuring these endpoints are part of your network inventory is vital for any auditing process.
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