CWE
798
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-8426

First published: Mon Aug 28 2017(Updated: )

Hard coded weak credentials in Barracuda Load Balancer 5.0.0.015.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Barracuda Load Balancer=5.0.0.015

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-8426?

    CVE-2014-8426 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the presence of hard-coded weak credentials.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-8426?

    To mitigate CVE-2014-8426, it is recommended to upgrade Barracuda Load Balancer to a version that removes the hard-coded credentials.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2014-8426?

    CVE-2014-8426 specifically affects Barracuda Load Balancer version 5.0.0.015.

  • What risks does CVE-2014-8426 pose to my network?

    CVE-2014-8426 poses significant risks including unauthorized access and control over the network resources due to the weak credentials.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-8426?

    There is no effective workaround for CVE-2014-8426, so upgrading to a patched version is the best approach.

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