Re: NetGear WAB102

["bg1337" <bg1337 () gmx net>]

I tried this on Netgear RP614 router (4-port dsl, not wireless, never
upgraded firmware). I tried a password with a space in it, but it didnt
work. I pulled the plug for about 24 hours, and it still doesnt accept the
default password.
Looks like it isnt a generell problem. But would be interessting on which
devices it works.

regards,

alex2308

(sorry for my bad english)


----- Original Message -----
From: "Jon Kamm @hotmail" <jonkamm () hotmail com>
To: <bugtraq () securityfocus com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 10, 2003 1:09 AM
Subject: NetGear WAB102


> The NetGear WAB102 (running firmware v1.2.3) is a dual band wireless
access
> point. After a recent power outage I noticed that the unit reset its
> password to the default of '1234'. Obviously this makes it possible for
> someone to reconfigured it meet their needs... a significant security
risk.
> After further testing I discovered that any password with a space in it
will
> be accepted and will work as long as the unit is not powered off or reset.
> Once reset it reverts to the default password.  All other settings remain
> intact, WEP keys, IP addresses, etc. I found it particularly interesting
> that you don't even have to login to the unit to get a list of wireless
> stations accessing the unit ... makes it real easy to gather MAC addresses
> to spoof.
>
> NetGear notified a few days ago, they suggested I update the firmware to
the
> latest... it was already running it but I did it again for good measure...
> no change. Other units may be affected.
>
> Jon Kamm
> NetKamm LLC