Re: Why no compiler on prod system [Was: Re: How to update httpd without a compiller]

[Jaye Mathisen]

Well, given the prevalance of scripting languages and such, it seems 
like a false sense of security.

And frankly, why can't the cracker that already knows what OS he's 
working on, not just supply
a pre-compiled binary...
But whatever works for people.

Han Boetes wrote:
Tomas wrote:
  
Yes it's too late, but why to let a hacker to compile his
exploits on your system and to go compromising other PCs (from
your DMZ or from internet, it doesn't matter).
    

Exactly, all compilers should be forbidden!



# Han