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Info |
Last Modified |
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Description |
By default, Linksys routers install with a default password. The administrative account has a password of admin which is publicly known and documented. This allows attackers to trivially access the program or system.
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Classification |
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Authentication Management,
Misconfiguration
Impact:
Loss of Integrity,
Loss of Availability
Solution:
Change Default Setting
Exploit:
Exploit Available
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified,
Third Party Verified
OSVDB:
Best Practice
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Technical |
Default:
username: <any>
password: admin
Any username can be used.
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Solution |
Immediately after installation, change all default install passwords to a unique and secure password. When possible, change default accounts to custom names as well.
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Products |
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Router
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All Versions |
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Credit |
Unknown or Incomplete
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BlogsProvided by Technorati
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