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I don't think it's dd itself that's dangerous, rather the fact that it's usage is often paired with root access to raw device nodes on the filesystem. Even inn
by Karunamon 11y ago
I don't think it's dd itself that's dangerous, rather the fact that it's usage is often paired with root access to raw device nodes on the filesystem.
Even innocuous things like tee, cat, and bash output redirection can mess up your system if you blast something into /dev/sda.
- dr_zoidberg 11y agoIndeed, without root access you don't get to screw a disk with dd. But let's also admit that saying dd is a tool for copying files is a bit like saying that with a katana sword you can slice pizza... Technically true, but you're likely to get hurt in the process.