Re: [cobalt-security] Quick security guide

["Eugene Crosser" <crosser@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

> So I wonder what's worse: having the unwashed masses storming your 
> unsecured proFTPd port, or the chance of having one foul apple with 
> shell access in the basket. 

It obviously depends on particular case: if you have *already*
given shell access to your users for some other reason than the
answer is obvious.  If not, it depends.

> In the end it is a matter of personal preference, as there are very few 
> other alternatives available. Unless you opt for one of the various 
> Secure-FTP or Safe(F)TP daemons available.

I guess I sould mention this option.  Can you give me URLs?

-- 
Eugene