rm -rf is not the only malicious command...

[verb3k]

Hi,

Recently, a very large number of forum members warn people from executing the rm command, and most active members include this warning in their signature, but guys it's not the only one, it will be better if you link to the announcement above as it is more comprehensive.

In fact, I really see commands that are more dangerous than rm and ones that can disclose your personal files and info. :evil:

[Luggy]

Check out this thread http://ubuntuforums.org/announcement.php?f=11

They talk about more dangerous commands there.

[grte]

rm -rf is not a malicious command at all.

rm -rf / is clearly meant maliciously. rm -rf is useful. Please don't demonize useful commands.

[p_quarles]

This has been discussed at length already:
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=636381
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=618822