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dduardo
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Read more about it at Slashdot.org:
http://slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=...tid=109&tid=187
http://slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=...tid=109&tid=187
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Originally posted by dduardo
lol, yeah they had links to the source code. ---------------------------------
Originally posted by kenikov
Why would a Linux user want Windows source code?
Originally posted by dduardo
Don't you want to know how vunerable windows really is?
Originally posted by MacTech
honestly you don't want to know, you might die from the horrible reality that it is.
/* Source Code Windows 2000 */
#include "win31.h"
#include "win95.h"
#include "win98.h"
#include "workst~1.h"
#include "evenmore.h"
#include "oldstuff.h"
#include "billrulz.h"
#include "monopoly.h"
#include "backdoor.h"
#define INSTALL = HARD
char make_prog_look_big(16000000);
void main()
{
while(!CRASHED)
{
display_copyright_message();
display_bill_rules_message();
do_nothing_loop();
if (first_time_installation)
{
make_100_megabyte_swapfile();
do_nothing_loop();
totally_screw_up_HPFS_file_system();
search_and_destroy_the_rest_of-OS2();
make_futile_attempt_to_damage_Linux();
disable_Netscape();
disable_RealPlayer();
disable_Lotus_Products();
hang_system();
} //if
write_something(anything);
display_copyright_message();
do_nothing_loop();
do_some_stuff();
if (still_not_crashed)
{
display_copyright_message();
do_nothing_loop();
basically_run_windows_31();
do_nothing_loop();
} // if
} //while
if (detect_cache())
disable_cache();
if (fast_cpu())
{
set_wait_states(lots);
set_mouse(speed,very_slow);
set_mouse(action,jumpy);
set_mouse(reaction,sometimes);
} //if
/* printf("Welcome to Windows 3.1"); */
/* printf("Welcome to Windows 3.11"); */
/* printf("Welcome to Windows 95"); */
/* printf("Welcome to Windows NT 3.0"); */
/* printf("Welcome to Windows 98"); */
/* printf("Welcome to Windows NT 4.0"); */
printf("Welcome to Windows 2000");
if (system_ok())
crash(to_dos_prompt)
else
system_memory = open("a:swp0001.swp",O_CREATE);
while(something)
{
sleep(5);
get_user_input();
sleep(5);
act_on_user_input();
sleep(5);
} // while
create_general_protection_fault();
} // main
Don't you want to know how vunerable windows really is?
DarkAnt "If you have downloaded and are making the source code available for downloading by others, you are violating Microsoft's rights, and could be subject to severe civil and criminal penalties."
The source code being leaked is significant because it provides a detailed look at the inner workings of these operating systems, allowing for potential vulnerabilities to be identified and exploited. It can also be used by developers to create unauthorized modifications or counterfeit versions of the software.
The exact cause of the leak is unknown, but it is believed to have originated from a shared source program that was distributed to a select group of partners and government agencies for debugging and testing purposes. It may have been accessed and shared without proper authorization.
The leaked source code could potentially lead to the discovery of new vulnerabilities and exploits, making it easier for hackers to attack systems running Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4. It also poses a risk for organizations that still use these outdated operating systems, as they may not receive updates or patches to address any newly discovered vulnerabilities.
Yes, Microsoft has stated that they are actively investigating the source code leak and taking steps to minimize any potential impact on their customers. This includes working with law enforcement and security experts to identify and address any security risks.
Users should ensure that their systems are up-to-date with the latest security patches and updates. It is also recommended to consider upgrading to a newer, supported operating system if possible. Additionally, users should be cautious about downloading or using unauthorized or modified versions of Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4, as they may be more vulnerable to security risks.