phpShop Default Credentials

high Nessus Plugin ID 43158

Synopsis

The remote web application uses default credentials.

Description

It is possible to log into the remote phpShop installation by providing default credentials. Several accounts are included in the default phpShop installation. A remote attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized, potentially administrative control of the phpShop installation.

Solution

Delete unused accounts, and secure others with strong passwords.

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 43158

File Name: phpshop_default_creds.nasl

Version: 1.17

Type: remote

Family: CGI abuses

Published: 12/14/2009

Updated: 6/5/2024

Configuration: Enable thorough checks

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Enable CGI Scanning: true

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:phpshop:phpshop

Required KB Items: www/phpshop

Excluded KB Items: Settings/disable_cgi_scanning, global_settings/supplied_logins_only