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And yet...

"Any operating system can be locked down. "

No, I'd argue that it is impossible to secure any version of
windows.

"But any user with enough authority can overcome the
protections."

Yes, but why would they have that authority. In the enterprise it
is completely unnecessary.

"I'm arguing that systems have to be protected despite the user."

Right.

"If you accept that point, then Windows has an advantage
because its ecosystem is more capable than any other at
delivering the software needed for defense. That's because of
the number and experience of security companies."

How do you conclude that? Windows is widely deployed today
and yet, despite its ecosystem, is the number one malware
invested OS on the planet. They have demonstrated that it can't
be secured.

I've provided a trivial exploit that could cost enterprises that
have deployed windows clients billions and would be completely
undetected by your "experienced" security companies.

Windows in its current form is screaming for criminals to attack
it.

Posted by: Richard Flude   Posted on: 07/05/05 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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