CVE-2008-1160
First published: Tue Mar 25 2008(Updated: )
ZyXEL ZyWALL 1050 has a hard-coded password for the Quagga and Zebra processes that is not changed when it is set by a user, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zyxel Zywall | =1050 | |
| ZyXEL ZyWALL | =1050 | |
| All of | ||
| Zyxel Zywall 1050 Firmware | ||
| ZyXEL ZyWALL |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/0803-exploits/ZyWALL.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28184
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29237
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0990/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41424
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5289
- http://www.secumania.org/exploits/remote/zyxel-zywall-quagga_zebra-(default-pass)-remote-root-vulnerability-2008032143791/
- http://www.secumania.org/exploits/remote/zyxel-zywall-quagga_zebra-%28default-pass%29-remote-root-vulnerability-2008032143791/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1160?
CVE-2008-1160 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the presence of a hard-coded password allowing unauthorized remote access.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1160?
To fix CVE-2008-1160, you should change the default settings on your ZyXEL ZyWALL 1050 and implement strong access controls.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-1160?
Users of the ZyXEL ZyWALL 1050 model with unmodified configurations are affected by CVE-2008-1160.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-1160?
CVE-2008-1160 can enable remote attackers to gain elevated privileges and potentially control the affected device.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-1160?
ZyXEL recommends users review device settings and apply any available firmware updates to mitigate CVE-2008-1160.
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