Root access 2 Easy
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Raghnall
I have just run Live Ubuntu from USB on my mate's netbook. With command "sudo -s" I gained root access and was able to browse through his personal files as well as change his password and more.
I do agree this could come handy when you forget your own password but theoretically it gives access to your files to anyone in your home/school/work...
Is that a bug or standard practice? How can my personal files be safe when we have this?
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