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diff --git a/published/Webmonkey/Monkey_Bites/2007/07.16.07/Wed/osxworm.txt b/published/Webmonkey/Monkey_Bites/2007/07.16.07/Wed/osxworm.txt deleted file mode 100644 index 0fbb796..0000000 --- a/published/Webmonkey/Monkey_Bites/2007/07.16.07/Wed/osxworm.txt +++ /dev/null @@ -1,17 +0,0 @@ -An anonymous hacker claims to have created a worm that targets Intel versions of Mac OS X. An unidentified researcher, using the moniker [Information Security Sellout][1] claims that s/he has developed the framework of a worm that [exploits a vulnerability in mDNSResponder][2], which is part of Apple's Bonjour network configuring service. - -Apple recently patched mDNSResponder in a security update but InfoSec Sellout claims the patch did not address the flaw that this particular worm is targeting. - -The worm, named Rape.osx by its author, is thus far unreleased and [the author tells ComputerWorld][3] that he will notify Apple of the vulnerability at some point. - -However, as with many others, the author is reportedly tired of claims that OS X is more secure than other operating systems. "I do believe in being responsible and working with vendors," the author tells ComputerWorld, "but I also feel that some vendors need to be treated like children and learn lessons the hard way." - -He goes on to add that "Apple has a very long way to go when dealing with security issues in their products." - -While that's true (and really, what vendor doesn't have a long way to go when it come to security?), given the manner of announcing the worm and lack of details available, the announcement smacks of a bit of Mac fan-boy baiting. - -Still, when and if the exploit is detailed and confirmed, it should serve as a wake-up call to Apple users who missed the last dozen or so wake-up calls -- no operating system is without flaws and vulnerabilities. - -[1]: http://infosecsellout.blogspot.com/ -[2]: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24924 -[3]: http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9027216&source=rss_news50
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