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diff --git a/system/doc/reference_manual/distributed.xml b/system/doc/reference_manual/distributed.xml index 0a4a323fe9..01d78436c5 100644 --- a/system/doc/reference_manual/distributed.xml +++ b/system/doc/reference_manual/distributed.xml @@ -42,6 +42,19 @@ <p>The distribution mechanism is implemented using TCP/IP sockets. How to implement an alternative carrier is described in the <seealso marker="erts:alt_dist">ERTS User's Guide</seealso>.</p> + <warning> + <p> + Starting a distributed node without also specifying + <seealso marker="erts:erl#proto_dist"><c>-proto_dist inet_tls</c></seealso> + will expose the node to attacks that may give the attacker + complete access to the node and in extension the cluster. + When using un-secure distributed nodes, make sure that the + network is configured to keep potential attackers out. + See the <seealso marker="ssl:ssl_distribution"> + Using SSL for Erlang Distribution</seealso> User's Guide + for details on how to setup a secure distributed node. + </p> + </warning> </section> <section> |