Firewall
ZyXEL

ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40

- The ZyXEL USG40 is a compact, all-in-one firewall solution designed to provide robust network security for small to medium-sized businesses.

ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40

Specifications

OS
ZyNOS
IDS/IPS
Yes
LAN
4x GE
QoS
Yes
USB
1x USB
UTM
150 Mbps
VPN
100 Mbps

Potential Threats

2
Critical
10
High
0
Medium
0
Low

12 Known CVEs

2 critical vulnerabilities found — immediate patching required.
Audit firewall rules and remove unused allow entries. Enable detailed logging. Restrict management access to trusted IPs only.

Default IP

192.168.1.1

Default admin panel address for ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40

Default Credentials — ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40

Username Password Access Type Protocol Port Notes
web HTTP 80
web HTTPS 443
ssh SSH 22
console Console

Known CVE Vulnerabilities (12)

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FAQ

What is the default password for ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40?

The most common default credentials for ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40 are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40?

The default username for ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40 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 ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40?

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 ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40 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 ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40 have known security vulnerabilities?

ZyXEL ZyXEL USG40 has 12 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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