Archive of UserLand's first discussion group, started October 5, 1998.

Re: Walking around amsterdam

Author:Michael Grinder
Posted:5/14/2000; 7:35:02 PM
Topic:Walking around amsterdam
Msg #:17302 (In response to 17290)
Prev/Next:17301 / 17303

Dave wrote: "linux. it should ship with all security holes closed. this is a pressing issue. newbies are installing linux all the time. it's horrifying to think how vulnerable they are."

Every server OS (with the possible exception of OpenBSD) will have potentially insecure default settings. For example, properly securing an NT server is a lot of work (remember all the things that PC week did for their NT vs. Linux hacking contest). It's not just default settings that are a problem. Poorly written cgi scripts can open up gaping security holes in any OS/webserver setup.

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