Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2004-2556 is a hardcoded account issue in legacy NetGear WG602/WG602v1 wireless access points. If an affected device is reachable, an attacker could use the built-in account to change its configuration, potentially disrupting wireless access or weakening network controls. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running WG602/WG602v1 access points with firmware 1.04.0 or 1.5.67. Risk is higher where device administration is reachable from untrusted networks or where legacy wireless infrastructure is unmanaged. Prioritize remediation if any affected devices remain in production. This is legacy hardware with a built-in administrative weakness, so replacement or strong isolation is more defensible than accepting ongoing exposure. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire affected WG602/WG602v1 access points where feasible.; Check NetGear advisory guidance before relying on firmware-level remediation.; Restrict management access to trusted administrative networks only..
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- netgearwg602-default-account(16312)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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