Resource Limitation: Unreachable server¶

Identifier: unreachable_server

Scanner(s) Support¶

Description¶

When a server becomes unreachable for too long, it often means there's an underlying problem that could lead to bigger issues. Essentially, this vulnerability shows up when the server crashes, misconfigures, or has network issues, and it can stop vital services from running as needed. This problem is dangerous because it can interrupt access to important data or applications, making it easier for attackers to exploit the unpredictable downtime. Developers sometimes fall into traps by overlooking proper monitoring and error handling, assuming the network will always work perfectly, which only worsens the risk when something goes wrong. Addressing these issues early helps prevent unexpected outages and keeps the system more secure overall.

References:

• https://medium.com/workflowgen/graphql-query-timeout-and-complexity-management-fab4d7315d8d

Configuration¶

Example¶

Example configuration:

---
security_tests:
  unreachable_server:
    assets_allowed:
    - REST
    - GRAPHQL
    - WEBAPP
    skip: false

Reference¶

assets_allowed¶

Type : List[AssetType]*

List of assets that this check will cover.

skip¶

Type : boolean

Skip the test if true.