 | View Full Version : .rnd file MikeMc 07-06-2003, 02:18 PM Hi, could somebody explain what a .rnd file does in the /tmp of a Linux box? (Red HAt 8.0). Thank you Regards MikeMc NyteOwl 07-06-2003, 03:15 PM The .rnd file is a pool of random data generated for use when an encryption routine is called. MikeMc 07-06-2003, 03:59 PM Thanks NyteOwl, although I don't know what encryption process that could be...could it be the https:// for cpanel or WHM login? In any case, from your answer I underastand that it shouldn't be anything malicious under it. Is this correct? Thanks again. NyteOwl 07-06-2003, 10:32 PM Nope it's a normal occurance and yes an SSL session will use it :) |