Mac hacked through QuickTime flaw

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Why do you uncritically repeat BS propaganda

First, the Mac didn't get hacked. The purveyors of this tripe (whose primary
sponsor is Microsoft) disabled security, gave the users direct access to the
machine, and connected them to a networked with its security disabled.
Then they had to change the download settings so Safari would start a download
without permission, and then changed Quicktime's settings so it would
automatically play a downloaded file.

The only hacking that went on there was the sound the sponsors kept making
eating crow with each passing hour, until they disabled enough features that
somebody got access.

It's exactly like challenging someone to break into a house and steal your 52"
plasma TV. And when they can't do it you unlock the doors, then open all the
windows, then open the doors, and finally you tear out the walls. And in the end
all they get is the 6" black & white portable gathering dust in the garage.

Then you declare victory. (Was this test sponsored by c|net or the Bush
administration?)

Posted by: JoeBob_z   Posted on: 04/27/07 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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