CVE-2008-1160
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 14.76%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1160 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. ZyXEL ZyWALL 1050 has a hard-coded password for the Quagga and Zebra processes that is not changed when it is set by a user, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.. EPSS estimates a 14.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
ZyXEL ZyWALL 1050 has a hard-coded password for the Quagga and Zebra processes that is not changed when it is set by a user, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Zyxel | Zywall 1050 Firmware | All versions |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29237Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28184Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0990/referencesBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41424Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5289Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29237Broken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28184Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0990/referencesBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41424Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5289Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1160?
ZyXEL ZyWALL 1050 has a hard-coded password for the Quagga and Zebra processes that is not changed when it is set by a user, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2008-1160?
CVE-2008-1160 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 14.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1160?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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