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From - Sun Nov 28 12:33:43 1999
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From: John Thompson <John.Thompson@attglobal.net>
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Subject: Re: Removing LINUX SINGLE
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"Steve ." wrote:
> 
> I have a machine running Redhat, and have an issue with people being
> able to use LINUX SINGLE to get into the system and change the root
> password.  I'm aware this machine should be in a more secure place.
> That is not an option.  Is there a way to eliminate the LINUX SINGLE
> access to the box, and floppy access if that is also possible to side
> track the login screen?  Thanks.

Check out the "restricted" option for lilo.conf

Eg, from "man lilo.conf:"

      restricted
              A password is only required to boot  the 
image  if
              parameters  are specified on the command line
(e.g.
              single).

-- 

Forget the expense of flying to New England. Forget hotel and meals costs.
Installation and light training Boston and New England

-John (John.Thompson@attglobal.net)

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