Topic ===== remote root exploit in in.telnetd Problem Description ===== Linux' telnet daemon versions <= 0.17 is vulnerable to a remote root exploit. Exploit code has just been published. Immediate ...

Poor telnet, it used to be the cool kid on the block. It was the program all sysadmins turned to when they needed to connect to a remote server. Telnet just wasn't that good at keeping a secret—all ...

Building botnets made up of routers, modems, wireless access points and other networking devices doesn’t require sophisticated exploits. Remaiten, a new worm that ...

Critical Telnet flaw (CVE-2026-24061) exposes 800,000 devices worldwide Attackers gain root access, attempt Python malware deployment after bypassing authentication Patch released; users urged to ...