Critical code execution bug in Samba gives attackers superuser powers

Discussion in 'other security issues & news' started by Minimalist, Aug 4, 2014.

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  1. Minimalist

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    Minimalist, Aug 4, 2014
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    Just a note.
     
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    Of course, "same local network" means "almost anywhere" if you aren't behind a firewall. This is why you do not run unneeded listening services on desktops.
     
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