Check: SRG-APP-000080-NDM-000345
Network Device Management SRG:
SRG-APP-000080-NDM-000345
(in versions v4 r3 through v2 r7)
Title
The network device must not have any default manufacturer passwords when deployed. (Cat II impact)
Discussion
Network devices not protected with strong password schemes provide the opportunity for anyone to crack the password and gain access to the device, which can result in loss of availability, confidentiality, or integrity of network traffic. Many default vendor passwords are well known or are easily guessed; therefore, not removing them prior to deploying the network device into production provides an opportunity for a malicious user to gain unauthorized access to the device.
Check Content
Review the configuration of the network device to determine if the vendor default password is present. This may involve showing the passwords configured on the device in the clear.
Fix Text
Remove any vendor default passwords from the network device configuration.
Additional Identifiers
Rule ID: SV-202026r879554_rule
Vulnerability ID: V-202026
Group Title: SRG-APP-000080
Expert Comments
CCIs
Number | Definition |
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CCI-002041 |
The information system allows the use of a temporary password for system logons with an immediate change to a permanent password. |
Controls
Number | Title |
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IA-5 (1) |
Password-Based Authentication |