On 30/04/02 07:13 -0700, Peter Green wrote:
> i also think so ..
> 
> but my root password is only know for me and it is
> shadowed (and md5 ) 
So you are running a weak application somewhere.
 
> what else will be the chance for the leakout of root
> password.
> if reinstalling what shoould i consider (not to repeat
> the same cracking again0
The same standard rules:
Build a box with only what you need.
Patch it to the limits, and then double check.
Install a local firewall.
Install logchecking software.
Install tripwire, build a local db and move it to readonly media.
Watch those logs.
Stay current on updates.
Never forget: Security is a process, not a product.
You have to close all possible holes, your opponent needs one.
Patch.

> only ssh ,ftp is open.
> if i stop sshd then will it be somewhat secure.
Which ftpd? All versions of wu-ftpd are supposed to be vulnerable, as
are non current versions of openssh.

Switch to a better ftpd than wu-ftpd, or better still use scp.

Devdas Bhagat

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