- Default Password in Wireless Location Appliance
- Cisco Security Advisory
- Default Password in Wireless Location Appliance
- Vulnerable Products
- Products Confirmed Not Vulnerable
- Cisco Default Password List
- In This Article
- Cisco Default Passwords (Valid July 2023)
- Next Steps If the Cisco Default Login or IP Above Doesn’t Work
- Don’t Forget to Change the Default Cisco Password
Default Password in Wireless Location Appliance
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Cisco Security Advisory
Default Password in Wireless Location Appliance
The Cisco Wireless Location Appliance software contains a default password for the ‘root’ administrative account. A user who logs in using this username has complete control of the device. This password is the same in all installations of the product prior to version 2.1.34.0 when shipped as part of a new product purchase. This vulnerability still exists on upgraded installations unless explicit steps have been taken to change the password after the initial installation of the product. There are workarounds available for this vulnerability. This advisory is available at https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20061012-wla.
Vulnerable Products
This vulnerability affects Cisco 2700 Series Wireless Location Appliances shipped with versions prior to 2.1.34.0. The version of software on the Wireless Location Appliance can be determined in one of three ways. From the command line the version can be determined with the getserverinfo command. The version is contained in the first five lines of output which will look similar to the following output from a device running version 1.1.73.0:
------------- Server Config ------------- Product name: Cisco Wireless Location Appliance Version: 1.1.73.0
Another way to get the version from the command line is to view the file /opt/locserver/conf/version.txt. For a WLA running version 2.0.42.0, the contents of that file should be similar to:
[root@locserv /]# cat /opt/locserver/conf/version.txt #Tue Jan 31 11:08:35 PST 2006 build.number=42 minor.number=0 patch.number=0 major.number=2 branch.name=HOT product.name=Cisco Wireless Location Appliance
The version is simply obtained by assembling the numbers beginning with the «major.number» followed by «minor.number», «build.number» and «patch.number» in that order with each number separated by a period. Lastly, the version may be obtained via the web interface on a Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) for any Location Appliances which are configured on it. Browsing to the «Locations» tab and clicking on «Location Servers» in the resulting menu will give a list of Location Appliances with their corresponding versions under the «Versions» column.
Products Confirmed Not Vulnerable
The Cisco Wireless Location Appliance (WLA) uses RF fingerprinting technology to simultaneously track 802.11 wireless devices from directly within a WLAN infrastructure. By design, the Cisco Wireless Location Appliance is directly integrated into the WLAN infrastructure using Cisco wireless LAN controllers and Cisco Aironet lightweight access points to track the physical location of wireless devices. The Cisco Wireless Location Appliance can be managed via a virtual terminal (standard keyboard and monitor attached directly to the appliance), a local serial console, remote SSH connections, and/or remote secure web sessions. A special administrative account is provided so that certain management, troubleshooting tasks, and basic initial setup can be performed. The default username for administrator login is «root» (without the quotes), and the default password is «password» (without the quotes). Both the username and password are case sensitive. This issue has been addressed in fixed versions of software by prompting the user to change the password on the root account during the appliance setup installation. This only applies to new WLA devices shipped initially with a non-vulnerable version of software for the initial installation. Previous versions of software which have been upgraded will not prompt the user to change the password for the root user during the upgrade. This issue is documented in Cisco Bug ID CSCsb92893 ( registered customers only ) .
The vulnerability described in this document can be eliminated by logging in to the affected WLA and changing the default password for the administrative root account to a strong password chosen by the user. If the password has not previously been changed, the default username for the administrator login is «root» (without the quotes), and the default password is «password» (without the quotes). Both the username and password are case sensitive. After successfully logging in to the WLA as root, the default password may be changed by running the passwd command. A reboot is not required for the new password to take effect, so network operations will not be disrupted.
This vulnerability is fixed in versions 2.1.34.0 and later when shipped on new devices for initial installation of the Cisco Wireless Location Appliance software. When considering software upgrades, also consult http://www.cisco.com/go/psirt and any subsequent advisories to determine exposure and a complete upgrade solution. In all cases, customers should exercise caution to be certain the devices to be upgraded contain sufficient memory and that current hardware and software configurations will continue to be supported properly by the new release. If the information is not clear, contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center («TAC») or your contracted maintenance provider for assistance.
The Cisco PSIRT is aware of several instances in which Cisco Wireless Location Appliances have been compromised via the default root password.
To learn about Cisco security vulnerability disclosure policies and publications, see the Security Vulnerability Policy. This document also contains instructions for obtaining fixed software and receiving security vulnerability information from Cisco.
Cisco Default Password List
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In This Article
Most routers and switches by Cisco have default passwords of admin or cisco, and default IP addresses of 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.1.254. However, some differ, as shown in the table below.
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Cisco Default Passwords (Valid July 2023)
Below is an updated list of default usernames, passwords, and IP addresses that I’ve obtained from user manuals and Cisco support pages. If you don’t see your Cisco device or the default data below doesn’t work, see below the table for more help, including what to do.
| Cisco Model | Default Username | Default Password | Default IP Address |
| DPC2320 | [none] | [none] | 192.168.0.1 |
| ESW-520-24-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-520-24P-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-520-48-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-520-48P-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-520-8P-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-540-24-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-540-24P-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-540-48-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| ESW-540-8P-K9 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.10.2 |
| RV016 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV042 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV042G | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV082 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV110W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV120W | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV130 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV130W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV132W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV134W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV180 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV180W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV215W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV220W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV320 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV325 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV340 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV340W | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RV345 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.1 |
| RVL200 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| RVS4000 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| SF200-48 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF300-08 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF300-24 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF300-24P | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF300-48 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF300-48P | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF302-08 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF302-08MP | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SF302-08P | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SFE1000P | admin | [none] | DHCP 1 |
| SFE2000 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SFE2000P | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SFE2010 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SFE2010P | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG200-08 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG200-08P | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG200-26 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG200-50 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-10 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-10MP | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-10P | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-20 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-28 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-28P | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG300-52 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG500-28 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SG500-52 | cisco | cisco | 192.168.1.254 |
| SGE2000 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SGE2000P | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SGE2010 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SGE2010P | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM2005 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM2008 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM2024 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM2048 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM224G | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM224G4PS | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM224G4S | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM224P | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM248G | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM248G4PS | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM248G4S | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SLM248P | admin | admin | 192.168.1.254 |
| SPA2102 | admin | [none] | 192.168.0.1 |
| SPA3102 | admin | [none] | 192.168.0.1 |
| SPA8000 | admin | [none] | 192.168.0.1 |
| SPA8800 | admin | [none] | 192.168.0.1 |
| SRP520 | admin | admin | 192.168.15.1 |
| SRP520-U | admin | admin | 192.168.15.1 |
| SRW2008 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW2008MP | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW2008P | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW2016 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW2024 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW2024P | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW2048 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW208 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW208G | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW208L | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW208MP | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW208P | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW224G4 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW224G4P | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW224P | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW248G4 | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| SRW248G4P | admin | [none] | 192.168.1.254 |
| Valet (M10) 2 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| Valet Plus (M20) 2 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| WRP400 | admin | admin | 192.168.15.1 |
| WRV200 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| WRV210 | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| WRV54G | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
| WRVS4400N | admin | admin | 192.168.1.1 |
[1] The Cisco SFE1000P switch’s default IP address is assigned via DHCP, meaning that it’s different depending on the network that it’s installed on. To determine the IP address for your SFE1000P, log in to the router or DHCP server that assigned the dynamic IP and look for it in the list of attached devices.
[2] The Cisco Valet M10 & Valet M20 routers are supported by Linksys. Cisco owned Linksys from 2003 through 2013 and branded the Valet routers with the Cisco name and logo. See our Cisco Valet M10 & Valet Plus M20 default password and support info page for more details.
Next Steps If the Cisco Default Login or IP Above Doesn’t Work
If the default username or password doesn’t work, it means that it’s been changed.
Unlike residential routers, the Cisco business and enterprise-class routers and switches have specific password recovery features, meaning that a full factory reset (the typical reset-a-password process) isn’t required.
If you can’t locate the password recovery steps for your device, Cisco Support has a PDF manual for every device, which includes help in this area, too.
Most network devices operate with the default IP address they come with but routers, and especially switches, in business and enterprise environments, are often changed when installed. You should know how to identify network hardware IP addresses on a local network if the default IP isn’t working.
Don’t Forget to Change the Default Cisco Password
The default password is built-in for one simple reason: to get into your router after you purchase it. This easy-to-guess and easy-to-find default password should not stick around throughout the life of your router.
Change your router’s default password once you’re logged in to make your network more secure.