The question is, when running a Linux based ISP, should or should not the server be running virus and malware tools?

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Posted 06 May 2010 - 10:58 AM

The question is, when running a Linux based ISP, should or should not the server be running virus and malware tools?
#2
Posted 06 May 2010 - 11:16 AM

when getting an ISP to server your internet you should get one that knows what's going on in the world. Linux users (not all but many) operate on the concept of "security by obfuscation", they assume that since no one is CURRENTLY writing malware/viruses/etc for linux that they'll always be safe (many mac users try the same claim). it's simply not true. as soon as someone finds a way to make it profitable to infect these machines, then they'll do it.The question is, when running a Linux based ISP, should or should not the server be running virus and malware tools?
the fact that someone was able to compromise (either through infection or good ol' hacking) the servers at your ISP (who is your ISP by the way?) is proof enough of possible profitability of compromising a linux machine. the person who got in is able to redirect everyone using that ISPs DNS servers to whatever site they choose.
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Posted 06 May 2010 - 01:51 PM

Short answer: yes!The question is, when running a Linux based ISP, should or should not the server be running virus and malware tools?

When running an ISP, whether linux-based servers or not, the owner/administrator should be aware that:
- Most users in the world use Microsoft products
- Microsoft products are targeted by and vulnerable to a plethora of malware
- Users these days rely heavily on their internet working 24x7, for a wide variety of reasons

#4
Posted 06 May 2010 - 01:54 PM

Your memory will be altered shortly. Hold still...this will not hurt.

Edited by Matthew C. Miller, 06 May 2010 - 01:56 PM.
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