CVE-2012-4879: Critical severity WAGO Wago I\/o System 758 Industrial Pc Device vulnerability
The Linux Console on the WAGO I/O System 758 model 758-870, 758-874, 758-875, and 758-876 Industrial PC (IPC) devices has a default password of wago for the (1) root and (2) admin accounts, (3) a default password of user for the user account, and (4) a default password of guest for the guest account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain login access via a TELNET session, a different vulnerability than CVE-2012-3013.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4879?
The severity of CVE-2012-4879 is considered high due to multiple default passwords used for critical accounts.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4879?
To fix CVE-2012-4879, change the default passwords for the root, admin, user, and guest accounts on affected WAGO I/O System 758 devices.
Which WAGO devices are affected by CVE-2012-4879?
CVE-2012-4879 affects the WAGO I/O System 758 models 758-870, 758-874, 758-875, and 758-876.
What accounts are vulnerable in CVE-2012-4879?
CVE-2012-4879 exposes the root, admin, user, and guest accounts due to default passwords.
Is there a security risk associated with CVE-2012-4879?
Yes, CVE-2012-4879 poses a significant security risk since attackers can easily gain access using default passwords.