CVE-1999-0507

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Apr 1, 1998
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0507 denotes a vulnerability where passwords on network devices such as routers and firewalls are guessable. This weakness exposes these devices to unauthorized access, potentially leading to data breaches or unauthorized network traffic. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by trying common or easily predictable passwords until they gain access. To mitigate this risk, it is essential to enforce strong and unique passwords for all network devices and regularly update their firmware.

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