Crispin Cooper [2009-12-31  1:49 +0000]:
> By default GRUB / GRUB2 will allow anyone who walks up to the computer to
> select 'Recovery Mode' and gain root privileges. This is clearly insecure.

Not really:

https://wiki.ubuntu.com/SecurityTeam/FAQ#Rescue%20Mode

Martin

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