linux-kernel - Re: super root shell/mode/api

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Date:	Sat, 23 May 2009 14:50:51 +0100
From:	Joao Correia <joaomiguelcorreia@...il.com>
To:	Andrea <andrea256it@...oo.it>
Cc:	linux-kernel@...r.kernel.org
Subject: Re: super root shell/mode/api

On Tue, May 19, 2009 at 3:36 PM, Andrea <andrea256it@...oo.it> wrote:
> That's exactly the problem a remote attacker or virus
> can gain root and you are completely powerless. You want
> to save data? The attacker just logs you out before you
> can run any command. You can't even backup or save
> data! You are owned. Yes.


This isn't Hollywood. Pull the cable.

Best regards,
Joao Correia
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