University of Calgary, Canada

[Metgod]

So what's everyone's view on this ? Good or bad ? Or does it not really mean much ? I think it could be an interesting class. Maybe it'll help others realize that those who release exploits are actually doing good (usually) rather than being inconsiderate and downright irresponsible.

http://www.cpsc.ucalgary.ca/News/virus_course.html

Met

[wilnix]

From the description it sounds pretty good. I have soe of the same views..."virus' exist"...that's just the plain truth. The more the general public knows, the better off they will be.

Wilnix

[Metgod]

I totally agree with you, Will. It does exist - period. And the more people who understand them, the better off everyone will be. The same goes for those who release exploits. I really hate people who think the security community is irresponsible and incosiderate and who knows what else. If it wasn't for those, they'd be even more in a mess. And I could see more security through obscurity (kind of anyway) if not shown to the companies with vulnerable products.

Hack 'em All
(joke with a hidden meaning)

Met