[CentOS] Script consumes memory

Frank M. Ramaekers wrote:
> I have the following script that when executed, consumes memory and
> makes the system inaccessible.  All process are halted.
> 
> First, I don't understand what is wrong with the script
> Secondly, I'm surprised that Linux allows this to run unchecked to the
> detriment of the entire system.


Linux allows what you've set with ulimit or the administrator sets in 
/etc/security/limits.conf.

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