Summary
As you can see, there are a wide range and number of exploits available for UNIX operating systems. The key thing to remember is that most of the exploits are against applications or scripts installed on the system. Therefore, it is critical to carefully check UNIX systems to make sure that only the minimum amount of software is installed for the system to function properly. Any extraneous software on the system could be used to exploit and compromise the machine.
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