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Mythology correction

Mythology correction

Posted Jul 31, 2005 18:26 UTC (Sun) by oloryn (guest, #7408)
In reply to: Mythology correction by ncm
Parent article: Cisco Files Suit to Gag Researcher, Security Conference (eWeek)

They'll succeed in driving it underground. That won't stop exploits, but will make customers feel less exposed.

They may feel less exposed, but they'll really be more exposed. This may be looked upon as good by Cisco's marketing department, but it's actually bad for the customer.


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When public perception is at odds with your experience

Posted Jul 31, 2005 19:29 UTC (Sun) by man_ls (subscriber, #15091) [Link]

In fact, perception is good until exploits start appearing on the darknet and live routers start being taken over. If that does not happen, the emperor keeps his clothes on for some more time.

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