Linux Goes Under Security Microscope
Source: internetnews.com
With doubts lingering over the stability and security of the Linux operating system, three tech heavyweights on Thursday announced plans to seek federal certification for the fast-growing open-source OS. The three firms -- IBM Corp. (Quote, Company Info), Oracle (Quote, Company Info) and Red Hat
IBM, which has banked heavily on mainstream acceptance of Linux, said it would work with the open-source community to enter the Common Criteria certification process early this year. IBM's plans include winning federal certification for Linux at increasing security levels through 2003 and 2004.
Through its Linux Technology Center, IBM said it would invest heavily to enable Linux for Common Criteria certification across its eServer platforms, and will fund initial evaluations in 2003.
