Re: Linux security
In my experiance the only thing that happens when you press escape at the
login screen is some machines on the network won't be visable/accesable
On Tue, 18 Aug 1998, George R wrote:
> On 08/18/98 at 11:46 AM, randyh@getaway.net said:
>
> >I was having a discussion with my ISP about Linux. He said he uses
> >Windows NT because it is much more secure than Linux. He stated that
> >since the source code was available that it was very unsecure. He
> >mentioned something about attaining root access by downloading
> >/etc/passwd and de-crypting the passwords. He bases this on a source
> >called cicia.org. He said it reflected several cases of insecurity
> >regarding Linux. I would like to know from a more qualified source as
> >to how to respond to this. I have been using Debian for a few months
> >now and thoroughly enjoy it. Not only as an operating system, but for
> >the documentation and the learning experience. Thank you for your time
> >and attention.
>
>
> I know you are talking about NT vs Linux; but does anyone know how well
> Win95 password protection works? It doesn't the morons made the default
> configuration one where all the invader has to do is hit the ESC key to
> by pass the login. What is the _first_ thing some lacking in skill
> vandal would do upon seeing a login screen? "I can't get in here.
> Better get rid of the evidence" as he hits the ESC key.
>
> Any company that makes that configuration the default isn't capable of
> making a secure OS. It is beyond there mental ability. BTW, this is
> still the default for Win95 OSR2. Even better, there is no obvious way
> to change the default and the change takes some involved steps.
>
>
> George
>
>
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