PXE Booting

From: one2@onetwo.com
Date: Tue Jun 27 2006 - 00:21:21 EDT


('binary' encoding is not supported, stored as-is) Hey pennies,

I performed an onsite pen test for a client who had network booting first in their BIOS boot order for their workstations. This was used to check for any updates that needed installing.

Therefore, as a demo, I setup a PXE server using CHAOS .. supercomputer for your wallet ;o) ... to force any system booting up to boot CHAOS and join my cluster - showing from there I theoretically had complete control of the underlying system.

My question is, what recommendations should I make to this client in relation to securing PXE booting? ... or any other useful suggestions that people feel like they have to make, like "Dont use PXE booting"! ;o)

Thanks,
One2

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