Logging in as root

From OpenFSG

Logging in as root on the FSG, or for that matter, on any Linux installation is a risky business. It's not harmful or damaging in and of itself, but mistakes made while logged in as root can be much more damaging.

root is a special account on Linux, it permits access to everything, everywhere. The particularly dangerous part is called the Redboot. It is a flash chip installed on the FSG that contains code to load the OS or start the recovery procedure. The Redboot is located at /dev/mt0 on the FSG file system.

How To Login as root

Note that this works on both the FSG and the Datatank.

1. Login to the admin account (password identical to the Web-Interface) on a SSH client like Putty
   • How to Use the SSH Server
2. Type su to start a new shell logged in as root
   • The FSG comes shipped with a root password of loginasrootisrisky or fhd3lan (admin has been reported as well)
   • If you haven't already done so, change the root password immediately by typing passwd
3. At any time, Type exit to log out of root. You will still be logged into the original account.

See Also

• PDF Grafic Explanation: Connect_to_the_FSG_via_the_SSH_server.pdf‎
• Login using SSH
• Redboot
• Using the SSH Server