CVE-2008-1522: High severity zyxel zynos firmware vulnerability
ZyXEL Prestige routers, including P-660 and P-661 models with firmware 3.40(AGD.2) through 3.40(AHQ.3), have (1) "user" as their default password for the "user" account and (2) "1234" as their default password for the "admin" account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1522?
CVE-2008-1522 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to weak default passwords allowing unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1522?
To fix CVE-2008-1522, change the default passwords for the 'user' and 'admin' accounts to strong, unique passwords.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2008-1522?
CVE-2008-1522 affects ZyXEL Prestige routers including the P-660 and P-661 models with specific firmware versions.
What are the default passwords associated with CVE-2008-1522?
The default password for the 'user' account is 'user' and for the 'admin' account is '1234'.
Can CVE-2008-1522 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-1522 can be exploited remotely by attackers using the default passwords to gain access.