CVE-2014-8426: Critical severity barracuda link balancer vulnerability
Published Aug 28, 2017
·Updated
Hard coded weak credentials in Barracuda Load Balancer 5.0.0.015.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Barracuda Load Balancer=5.0.0.015
Event History
Aug 28, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-8426?
CVE-2014-8426 specifically affects Barracuda Load Balancer version 5.0.0.015.
4
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.
5
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.