CVE-2008-1256: Critical severity zyxel p-660hw vulnerability

Published Mar 10, 2008
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Updated

The ZyXEL P-660HW series router has "admin" as its default password, which allows remote attackers to gain administrative access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ZyXEL P-660HW

Event History

Mar 10, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-1256?

CVE-2008-1256 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote administrative access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-1256?

To fix CVE-2008-1256, change the default password of the ZyXEL P-660HW router from 'admin' to a strong, unique password.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2008-1256?

CVE-2008-1256 affects any user of the ZyXEL P-660HW series router that has not changed the default password.

4

What potential impact does CVE-2008-1256 have?

CVE-2008-1256 allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized administrative access, potentially compromising the router and the network.

5

When was CVE-2008-1256 published?

CVE-2008-1256 was published on February 21, 2008.

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