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Family: Service detection --> Category: infos
Telnet Server Detection Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Telnet Server Detection
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
Synopsis :
A telnet server is listening on the remote port
Description :
The remote host is running a telnet server.
Using telnet is not recommended as logins, passwords and commands
are transferred in clear text.
A possible hacker may eavesdrop on a telnet session and obtain the
credentials of other users.
Solution :
Disable this service and use SSH instead
Threat Level:
Medium / CVSS Base Score : 4
(AV:R/AC:L/Au:NR/C:P/A:N/I:N/B:C)
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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