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Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E

- The Cisco Catalyst 4503-E is a fixed-configuration, enterprise-class switch that provides Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities.

Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E

Specifications

OS
Cisco IOS
PoE
Optional
QoS
Yes
USB
1x USB
Layer
Layer 2/3
Ports
Modular
VLANs
4096

Potential Threats

7
Critical
11
High
5
Medium
0
Low

23 Known CVEs

7 critical vulnerabilities found — immediate patching required.
11 high-severity vulnerabilities — patch as soon as possible.
Disable all unused ports. Enable port security and 802.1X authentication. Use separate VLANs for management traffic.

Default IP

192.168.1.1

Default admin panel address for Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E

Known CVE Vulnerabilities (23)

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CVE-2023-20273 2023

A vulnerability in the web UI feature of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to inject commands with the privileges of...

7.2
CVE-2023-20198 2023

Cisco is providing an update for the ongoing investigation into observed exploitation of the web UI feature in Cisco IOS XE Software. We are updating...

10.0
CVE-2023-20187 2023

A vulnerability in the Multicast Leaf Recycle Elimination (mLRE) feature of Cisco IOS XE Software for Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Route...

8.6
CVE-2023-20109 2023

A vulnerability in the Cisco Group Encrypted Transport VPN (GET VPN) feature of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authentica...

6.6
CVE-2023-20238 2023

A vulnerability in the single sign-on (SSO) implementation of Cisco BroadWorks Application Delivery Platform and Cisco BroadWorks Xtended Services Pla...

10.0
CVE-2023-20230 2023

A vulnerability in the restricted security domain implementation of Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) could allow an authentic...

5.4
CVE-2023-20185 2023

A vulnerability in the Cisco ACI Multi-Site CloudSec encryption feature of Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Fabric Switches in ACI mode could allow an unauthen...

7.4
CVE-2023-20035 2023

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco IOS XE SD-WAN Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary commands with elevated pr...

7.8
CVE-2023-20052 2023

On Feb 15, 2023, the following vulnerability in the ClamAV scanning library was disclosed: A vulnerability in the DMG file parser of ClamAV versi...

5.3
CVE-2023-20025 2023

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Small Business RV016, RV042, RV042G, and RV082 Routers could allow an unauthenticated,...

9.0

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FAQ

What is the default password for Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E?

The most common default credentials for Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E?

The default username for Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E is typically "admin". The full list of default credentials including username, password, access type and port is shown in the table on this page.

How do I change the password on Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E?

Log in to the admin panel using the default credentials listed above. Navigate to Administration → Password or System → Account settings. Enter the current password and set a new strong password. Save the changes.

How do I reset Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E to factory defaults?

Locate the Reset button (usually a small pinhole on the back/bottom of the device). Hold it for 10-30 seconds while powered on until the LEDs flash. The device will reboot with default settings.

Is it safe to leave default credentials unchanged?

No. Default credentials are publicly known and frequently exploited by automated scanners. Change the admin password immediately after first login.

Does Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E have known security vulnerabilities?

Cisco Cisco Catalyst 4503-E has 23 known CVE vulnerabilities documented in our database. The full list with severity ratings is shown on this page. Apply the latest firmware update from the manufacturer to address known issues.

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