Linux Vs Windows in security

Bart Silverstrim bsilver at chrononomicon.com
Tue Aug 14 17:21:00 UTC 2007


cj wrote:
> Bart Silverstrim wrote:
>> Derek Broughton wrote:
>>   
>>> Cesar Augusto Suarez wrote:
>>>     
>>   
>>>> In linux, i´ve seeing thats the same, with the live cd, if we have
>>>> physical access to the pc, we can change root access just by typing a new
>>>> pass.
>>>>
>>>> Then, where is  really the security ?
>>>>       
>>> Of course.  How would you propose to make a system truly secure if a hacker
>>> has physical access to the machine?
>>>     
>> 1) Buy big plastic storage tub from WalMart
>> 2) place computer in tub
>> 3) pour cement into tub, enveloping computer
>> 4) Anchor cement block to floor with bolts
>>   
> How are you going to get any airflow? you know concrete holds in heat

If the computer is on, people might be able to pull some information off 
by reading EM field fluctuations.  Thus, it is important to cut the 
power to it.  No power, no heat.  No need for airflow after that.  Two 
birds with one stone.

-Bart




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