7 May
2004
7 May
'04
9:51 a.m.
"Kai" == Kai Schaetzl <maillists@conactive.com> writes:
Kai> So, put "Approved: password" in the first line or as a
Kai> header. Note, this will be parsed away and NOT distributed to
Kai> the list, don't worry!Well, worry a little. It's cleartext, so unless you're using a VPN/ encrypted channels/intranet-only you have to be aware that it can be sniffed off the 'net. Also, if you bypass the list for some recipients (eg, a wide reply), they'll get it. And of course passwords are relatively weak security if they're mnemonic.
If security means "against spam/viruses", likely you don't need to be so paranoid.
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