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Re: [cobalt-users] Security Hardening Update RaQ4



> Did you have any other software performing these functions installed
> previously (ie. Portsentry)?  I guess the reason I ask is that I'm
> curious to know if it is any better or not! :-)
>
> Thanks!
>
> > I just installed it, it adds 2 more options to the Control Panel.
> >
> > Scan Protection and Buffer Overflow Protection
> >
> > Both of which have Parameter Settings. I have enabled them both to
> email
> > me
> > when it does what it's supposed to do.

The real question seems to be, does it get in the way of port sentry or
ipchains firewalls? I would venture to say that many of us have those two
items up and running to some degree.... I would be interested in knowing
more about what this package is before I install it....

Anyone had the time to look through it?

Rick