Thanks state,
I still dont understand why most linux distros install out of the box with permiting root log in's on ssh, kinda insane, I heard most all of em do, or used too, I forgot all about it. Thanks on the SSHBLACK script too.
Oh, I recently found a really good tutorial on how to secure and optimize a vps at
webhostingtalk lots of really good tips and info on vps specific issues. they have some other vps tutorials there too.
I have been watching
this other thread and I hope they can resolve the issues on your guys servers, its maken me a little nervous just jumping in but I am keeping my fingers crossed.
all the best...