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Vulnerability Assessment Details

Check for VNC HTTP

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Detects the presence of VNC HTTP

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote server is running VNC.
VNC permits a console to be displayed remotely.

Solution: Disable VNC access from the network by
using a firewall, or stop VNC service if not needed.

Network Security Threat Level: Medium

Networks Security ID:

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