TELNET_not on console

 

Code: p604

Severity: Warning

 

Description: This event is generated when a failed remote telnet connection occurs using the root account.

Impact: Failed root access. This event indicates that an attacker tried an failed to connect to a telnet server using the root account.

Corrective: Disable root logins using telnet. Consider using Secure Shell instead of telnet. Block inbound telnet access if it is not required.