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Family: Misc. --> Category: infos
Shiva LanRover Blank Password Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Checks for a blank password for the root account.
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The Shiva LanRover has no password set for the
root user account. A possible hacker is able to telnet
to this system and gain access to any phone lines
attached to this device. Additionally, the LanRover
can be used as a relay point for further attacks
via the telnet and rlogin functionality available
from the administration shell.
Solution: Telnet to this device and change the
password for the root account via the passwd
command. Please ensure any other accounts have
strong passwords set.
Threat Level: High
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