Are there any known dangerous files that find there way into Linux computers?

[cousinlucky]

Since I have become newly aware of the need to keep an eye on my computer's files; I am requesting a listing of any known bad , malicious, or dangerous Linux files that LinuxForum members have become aware of. Thanks!!!

[Mr Nobody]

Linux is relatively safe. it's much less prone to malicious files than windows is. Even if there is a malicious file, it wouldn't do much damage if you're not logged into the root account. I advise you to install a linux virus scanner. That should be enough protection. And a firewall. I never had anything go wrong with my computer

[valemon]

Rootkits can be a threat.

A Rootkit is a collection of software tools which enables the cracker to hide and secure their position on a system after they have broken into it. A rootkit is a worst-case scenario of a security breach on a sensitive system, as the cracker has essentially made themselves root

So you can try something something like rkhunter.Also take a look at this short security guide

[bigtomrodney]

I wouldn't even bother with a virus scanner, unless you are just running the occasional manual scan. A good firewall and a scheduled run of rkhunter should be enough. Actually, I prefer not to install rkhunter but to keep it on removable media. If I was writing a rootkit hunter first thing I would do is overwrite rkhunter

[cousinlucky]

Thank You, Gentlemen!!