CVE-2020-8000 : What You Need to Know

Intellian Aptus Web 1.24 has a hardcoded password of 12345678 for the intellian account.

Understanding CVE-2020-8000

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Intellian Aptus Web 1.24 that exposes a hardcoded password.

What is CVE-2020-8000?

The CVE-2020-8000 vulnerability involves a hardcoded password (12345678) for the intellian account in Intellian Aptus Web 1.24.

The Impact of CVE-2020-8000

The presence of a hardcoded password can lead to unauthorized access and compromise of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8000

Vulnerability Description

Intellian Aptus Web 1.24 contains a hardcoded password (12345678) for the intellian account.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by using the hardcoded password to gain unauthorized access to the intellian account.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Change the default password to a strong, unique one.
Implement multi-factor authentication where possible.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch the software to address security vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Educate users on the importance of using strong passwords and practicing good security hygiene.

Patching and Updates

Check for security advisories from Intellian and apply patches promptly to secure the system.