[ale] File does not exist: _vti_bin | MSOffice

[ale at cogginsnet.com (Robert Coggins)]

I believe _vti_bin is a frontpage extension.  Most likely it is someone
trying to exploit your server hoping for an unpatched MS box.  Could be
an honest mistake of someone connecting to your servers with frontpage,
however I doubt it.

Rob

Jim Popovitch wrote:
> I can't find a definitive explanation... so I am seeking input here.
> If one sees a web server request for  /_vti_bin  or /MSOffice, is that
> normal behavior of IE clients or is it indicative of malicious
> activity?
> 
> Thx,
> 
> -Jim P.
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