Re: [SLUG] C# decompiler coded

From: Smitty (76543a@mpinet.net)
Date: Mon Apr 09 2001 - 15:09:26 EDT


Tina Gasperson wrote:
>
> So, how common would be it be for someone to gain access to a network using
> .Net tools? I'm trying to get a feel for how widespread a problem this might
> be. Judging by the almost non-reaction this story has had since it's original
> publication on Friday, I'm thinking it's not considered much of a risk. Am I
> wrong?
>
> -tina
>
> On Monday 09 April 2001 12:15, you wrote:
> > The language of ms's .NET, C#, evidently now has decompiler available:
> > http://thebusiness.vnunet.com/News/1120202
> > Malicious hackers will be able to wreak havoc with this tool.
> > And it couldn't happen to a bunch of nicer guys!
> > Smitty

The PR mavens at m$ don't want this to spread around, so naturally they
are doing what is called in the PR trade, a anti-narrative. They don't
want their customers to become alarmed or spread the word to more
crackers. God forbid, that their customer base ditches them for Linux!
Regards,
Smitty



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