CVE-2024-36445: Missing Authentication
Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 9.8 Critical.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 12:54 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.9% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 61% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 22 Aug 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
AI-suggested
Since no official patches are currently available, organizations should immediately implement network-level mitigations. These include disabling TELNET access to the affected devices or restricting TELNET connections to trusted management networks using firewall rules or network segmentation. Employ VPNs or secure tunnels for remote management instead of TELNET. Monitor network traffic for unusual TELNET connection attempts and implement intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to alert on or block suspicious activity. If possible, replace or upgrade devices to models with secure management interfaces that enforce authentication. Additionally, conduct thorough audits of device configurations and network architecture to minimize exposure. Establish incident response plans to quickly isolate compromised devices and remediate potential breaches. Engage with Swissphone support for updates and patches as they become available.
Description
Swissphone DiCal-RED 4009 devices allow a remote attacker to gain a root shell via TELNET without authentication.