: Ncsi.txt requests on our server result in hundreds of 404 errors served daily - Why is this being requested? Our 404 error report shows that about 300 requests per day are made for /root/ncsi.txt.
Our 404 error report shows that about 300 requests per day are made for /root/ncsi.txt.
My understanding is that this file is one way Windows checks for internet connectivity, by checking for this tiny text file on a Microsoft server.
So why are we getting requests for this file on our site? How do we resolve the 404 errors?
Note: We have apple and android mobile apps that rely on our server to function. Not sure if that is relevant.
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If your server is not dependent on that file to operate properly, then simply ignore the requests. Hackers with automated scripts make improper calls to servers every second of the day. The more popular your site becomes the more odd requests you will see.
If you have the resources to investigate, it does make sense to ensure that it's not actually a security hole on your server. Making the effort to do this depends on the purpose of your website.
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