H3-2021-0013
Weak or Default Credentials - Telnet
| Category | CREDENTIALS |
| Base Score | 7.0 |
Description
Weak credentials include passwords that are easily obtained by password guessing, password spraying, or cracked using dictionary attacks. Default passwords are publicly known and obtainable by an attacker and provide immediate access to a system.
Impact
An attacker can openly maneuver throughout an environment and access information if a password is compromised.