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> because we block uploads of executable files, it is _literally impossible for users to host malware on our servers_ How does this stop bad actors from exploi
by lol768 6y ago
> because we block uploads of executable files, it is _literally impossible for users to host malware on our servers_
How does this stop bad actors from exploiting bugs in e.g. V8 with malicious JavaScript?
- Blackthorn 6y ago> How does this stop bad actors from exploiting bugs in e.g. V8 with malicious JavaScript? You're correct: it doesn't. Blocking executable files aren't enough. Javascript files, zips containing executables, malicious Word files...all of these are vectors.
- ballenf 6y agoLook at the file types gmail blocks from being directly attached to emails for a comprehensive list.