On 21/03/14 16:41, Monsta wrote:
> It's problematic for one simple reason: APT ceases to function normally
> until you remove the offending files and update the package index again.
> 

Simply, it is a Denial of Service.

Quite a neat way to create a window of opportunity for so-called zero-
day vulnerabilities too.

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