Re: [RFC] Second attempt at kernel secure boot support

[Matthew Garrett]

On Fri, Nov 02, 2012 at 04:52:44PM +0000, James Bottomley wrote:

> The first question is how many compromises do you need.  Without
> co-operation from windows, you don't get to install something in the
> boot system, so if you're looking for a single compromise vector, the
> only realistic attack is to trick the user into booting a hacked linux
> system from USB or DVD.

You run a binary. It pops up a box saying "Windows needs your permission 
to continue", just like almost every other Windows binary that's any 
use. Done.

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