Novell delivers security shield for Linux computers
The AppArmor software is available for download and will be integrated into OpenSuse on Jan. 19, Novell said. It's based on software Novell obtained when it bought Immunix, a Linux security company, in 2005.
AppArmor lets an administrator create a profile that describes which files a given application may use. The software then enforces that profile. Consquently, if a remote attacker takes over that application, it's more difficult for the attacker to use the application for malicious purposes, such as taking over the entire computer.