Jerry L Kreps wrote:
mmmm.... I have a paranoid thought - maybe he isn't returning a true evaluation and is really looking for a way to 'legally' probe known Linux machines so he can evaluate was to block Linux machines from Windows driven sites. ??? JLK
If he wanted to block linux machines, isn't their a http variable HTTP_USER_AGENT that he could just test for and drop the connection? He might be testing various port attacks against different kernels and ports. If that is the case, he is doing us all a favor by exposing our weaknesses. That allows patches to be developed to correct the security hole. "Whatever don't kill you, makes you stronger" -- To unsubscribe send e-mail to suse-linux-e-unsubscribe@suse.com For additional commands send e-mail to suse-linux-e-help@suse.com Also check the FAQ at http://www.suse.com/Support/Doku/FAQ/