Description
GNU InetUtils contains an argument injection vulnerability in telnetd that could allow for remote authentication...
Required Action
Fix: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-24061?
CVE-2026-24061 (GNU InetUtils Argument Injection Vulnerability) is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). GNU InetUtils contains an argument injection vulnerability in telnetd that could allow for remote authentication...
How do I fix CVE-2026-24061?
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
How severe is CVE-2026-24061?
CVE-2026-24061 has a CVSS score of 9.8, classified as CRITICAL. This vulnerability is in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been actively exploited in the wild.
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