Default Settings

Vulnerabilities due to default settings occur when systems or software are deployed with insecure or generic default configurations. Attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities as default settings are often well-known or easily discoverable. Some common vulnerabilities due to default settings include:

1. Default Passwords: Systems or devices that come with default passwords or weak authentication settings can be easily compromised if administrators fail to change them.
2. Open Ports and Services: Default installations often include unnecessary open ports and services, increasing the attack surface and providing potential entry points for attackers.
3. Weak Access Controls: Default access control settings may grant excessive privileges to users or fail to enforce proper permissions, allowing unauthorized access or privilege escalation.
4. Misconfigured Security Settings: Inadequate default security settings, such as weak encryption or lack of logging and monitoring, can leave systems vulnerable to attacks.
5. Unpatched Software: Default installations may include outdated or unpatched software versions, leaving known vulnerabilities unaddressed.