Tip that your security is in danger
From: wtshaw (jgfunj@vgrknf.arg)Date: 02/22/02
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From: jgfunj@vgrknf.arg (wtshaw) Date: Fri, 22 Feb 2002 10:21:23 -0600
Given a new computer, operating system, or suggested software, any hint,
request, or requirement that you must take it online is a distinct
negative. The fundamental rule of security is compartmentalization and
what is better than doing that. The simple fact is that for best secure
needs, isolation is the key to integrity. You don't do that with blind
access or compromize.
Simple and/or dedicated uses need not be contaminated. If you must be
online, set up that machine with limited functions to do just that. The
good news is that this is all practical as computers are cheaper and
cheaper. Many older machines are durable, repairable, and predate whispy
behavior; there was simply not that much extra memory to subvert.
Floppies remain a good way to go between machines. For most routine
puoses, there is more than enough space there and it can be analysized to
see if addition crud is secretly added.
If you are just into computers to horse around, you may not deserve what
you may get but you are inviting insecurity.
-- You need only ask those who champion overkill, "Shall we play a game?"
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