How secure is the BTS client? Viruses?

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islandking

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November 12, 2014, 02:07:20 PM
Quote from: bytemaster on November 12, 2014, 02:06:05 PM
Quote from: islandking on November 12, 2014, 02:01:43 PM
How secure is the BTS client? Is it likely to get viruses that will steal your coins?
Is it fine to keep your client online by booting on a Linux USB?

The wallet depends upon the security of the host operating system.   If your computer is compromised by a key logger or your password is weak then your funds can be stolen.

Is cold storage offline recommended? The issue with cold storage is that BTS is meant to be used so... its a trade off.
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November 12, 2014, 02:06:05 PM
Quote from: islandking on November 12, 2014, 02:01:43 PM
How secure is the BTS client? Is it likely to get viruses that will steal your coins?
Is it fine to keep your client online by booting on a Linux USB?

The wallet depends upon the security of the host operating system.   If your computer is compromised by a key logger or your password is weak then your funds can be stolen.

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islandking

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November 12, 2014, 02:01:43 PM
How secure is the BTS client? Is it likely to get viruses that will steal your coins?
Is it fine to keep your client online by booting on a Linux USB?
I've been working on a new electronic cash system that's fully peer-to-peer, with no trusted third party. - Satoshi
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