CWE
255
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-1002

First published: Mon Mar 06 2006(Updated: )

NETGEAR WGT624 Wireless DSL router has a default account of super_username "Gearguy" and super_passwd "Geardog", which allows remote attackers to modify the configuration. NOTE: followup posts have suggested that this might not occur with all WGT624 routers.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NETGEAR WGT624

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-1002?

    CVE-2006-1002 is considered to have a high severity because it allows remote attackers to modify the router's configuration.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-1002?

    To fix CVE-2006-1002, change the default credentials from super_username "Gearguy" and super_passwd "Geardog" to strong, unique passwords.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2006-1002?

    Users of the NETGEAR WGT624 Wireless DSL router are affected by CVE-2006-1002.

  • Can all NETGEAR WGT624 routers be exploited through CVE-2006-1002?

    No, subsequent reports suggest that not all NETGEAR WGT624 routers may be vulnerable to CVE-2006-1002.

  • What type of attacks can be performed using CVE-2006-1002?

    Attackers can remotely access and modify the configuration of the NETGEAR WGT624 router using CVE-2006-1002.

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