Nortel Multiple Default Accounts

high Nessus Plugin ID 15715

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Synopsis

It is possible to log into the remote switch using default credentials.

Description

It is possible to log into the remote host by using a default set of credentials. An attacker may use these to gain access to the remote host.

These credentials are commonly found on Nortel Accelar routing switches.

Solution

Set a strong password for these accounts.

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 15715

File Name: nortel_default_username_password.nasl

Version: 1.26

Type: remote

Family: Misc.

Published: 11/13/2004

Updated: 4/11/2022

Configuration: Enable thorough checks (optional)

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Vulnerability Information

Excluded KB Items: global_settings/supplied_logins_only, login/unix/auth/broken, login/auth/broken

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