CVE-2008-1256: Critical severity zyxel p-660hw vulnerability
Published Mar 10, 2008
·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
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.