On Sat, 13 Nov 2004 20:05:54 -0700 (MST), Alan Dayley
<alandd@consultpros.com> wrote:
> Rob Wultsch said:
> >
> > I was meaning a my rather nice US Robotics 8054 which according to
> > several test on that can be found online was the most powerful
> > wireless router availible.
> >
> > However, if you get a dsl modem that is just a modem, meaning no NAT,
> > then you should be able to plug a linux computer into it and not have to
> > worry about much.
> 
> Be careful here.  It is very true that the vast majority of
> attacks/viruses/trojans/spyware/etc. target MS operating systems.  But,
> you must have a firewall between your computer and the internet.  A
> physically separate box is best but one on your workstation, at least, is
> a must.
> 
> I had been running SSH on standard port 22 for some time so I could get at
> my computer when I am not at home.  About two weeks ago, I noted LOTS of
> failed SSH login attempts over several days from a couple of different
> IPs.  Someone was trying to login to my SSH or use an exploit to get
> through it.  I shut the port off for about a week now.  I'll probably
> re-open SSH on a non-standard port after this weekend.  I'll also refresh
> my IP by reconnecting the DSL line.  Maybe they will have gone away.
> 
> Linux protects from the vast, most common malware but don't think for a
> minute you can just slap your computer on the internet without a worry or
> care.
> 
> Alan

Excellent point by you. However I was meaning straight networking issues.

Where is the log for failed ssh connections? (debian)

Is there a difference between not running a service and have a
firewall on linux?
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