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One of the most prevalent security problems with Linux/UNIX is outdated software that works great but contains flaws. See which programs represent the most serious security threats.
Vulnerabilities have been found in HP's high-end Unix operating system that could allow attackers to take over a server or knock it offline.
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The Kerberos Administration daemon (kadmind), which is used in connection with Kerberos authentication, contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in many implementations, mostly affecting Linux/UNIX.
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