Distcc

CategoryEnterprise Applications(business)
Last Updated DateFeb 10, 2009
ImpactUnexpected network communication
DescriptionThis indicates an attempt to use distcc, a tool for distributed building C, C++, Objective C or Objective C++ code.
RiskLow
PopularityLow
Characteristic
Loss of productivity?   Have disclosed vulnerability?   Can bypass firewall policy?   Contain built-in function for other purposes?   Can communicate in clear text or via proxy?   Can support file transfer?   Can be misused?   Can tunnel other apps?   
Affected Applications*nix system
Recommended ActionsYou may set this to "BLOCK" if this kind of traffic is not allowed in your network.
Reference/shttp://distcc.org