OSVDB ID: 209

Title: SNMP Default public/private String Information Disclosure

Info

Disclosure

Nov 17, 1998

Discovery

Unknown

Dates

Exploit

Nov 17, 1998

Solution

Unknown

Description

SNMP implementations of multiple vendors contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered due to default SNMP community names like 'public' or 'private', which will disclose sensitive information resulting in a loss of confidentiality.

Classification

Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Authentication Management, Information Disclosure
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

Currently, there are no known upgrades or patches to correct this issue. It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround: Disable or remove the SNMP Service if it is not required or take steps to secure the SNMP community names.

Products

All Vendors

All Products

All Versions

References

Credit

Unknown or Incomplete



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