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Medium Risk
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Exposed package.json File
Your package.json file is publicly accessible. This file contains information about your project's dependencies and can reveal attack vectors.
Why This Matters
Attackers can analyze your package.json to identify vulnerable dependencies, understand your tech stack, and potentially find ways to exploit known vulnerabilities in your dependencies.
How to Fix
Framework-specific solutions and general best practices
Move package.json out of your web root or configure your server to deny access to it. Add it to your .gitignore if it's in a public directory.
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Please fix the "Exposed package.json File" security vulnerability in this web application. The issue is: Your package.json file is publicly accessible. This file contains information about your project's dependencies and can reveal attack vectors. Make a plan and implement based on my project.