Not so fast

Not so fast

SCO distributes the Linux kernel, and continues to distribute it to this day. They do so under the GPL. By continuing to distribute the Linux kernel even after they have allegedly discovered that it contains their code (a claim that I am skeptical of), aren't they releasing the "tainted" code under the GPL? They would still have a damage claim against whoever allegedly "stole" the code, but how can they block anyone from redistributing what they distribute? It seems that if they make any such attempt, they are in violation of the GPL, and they forfeit their right to distribute the Linux kernel.