Everything talks about this in terms of servers, but what about desktop Linux in typical setups? Consumer modems and routers? IoT junk?
IoT devices will get fixes delivered on the 12th of never.
So, the good news is that I can probably now get root on almost any Linux-based device I own. Don't even need to solder on a serial port or w/e, just direct network connection.
Yeah this is really a blessing for people seeking more control over nice hardware with horrible software, "smart" spy TVs, Android (most ads on your) TV boxes, cheap insecure security camera's with only Crappy Cloud subscriptions... Go AI!
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You should assume your IoT junk is already compromised, that's why your IoT junk runs on a dedicated VLAN.
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