Find PAC Files

This dork uses the 'inurl:' operator to filter results by URL path patterns, the 'ext:' operator to filter by file extension, and the pipe '|' operator as an alternative OR condition. Results typically show directory listings, file contents, or download links for sensitive files that should not be publicly accessible.

• Sensitive Data Discovery: Locate proxy auto-configuration (PAC) files that may have been accidentally exposed and contain confidential information.
• Security Compliance Audit: Verify that proxy auto-configuration (PAC) files are properly secured and not indexed by search engines in your organization.
• Incident Response: During incident response, check whether proxy auto-configuration (PAC) files from your organization have been exposed to the public internet.

1. Run this dork in Google to discover proxy auto-configuration (PAC) files that have been indexed.
2. Examine each result to determine if the exposed files contain sensitive or confidential data.
3. Check file metadata, directory paths, and associated domains for additional intelligence.
4. Notify affected organizations through responsible disclosure if sensitive data is confirmed exposed.

TAGS