[OT] Is Samba client not following the protocol?

[Gordon Messmer]

Deepak Shrestha wrote:
> 
> Thanks for the explanation. So that means I really have to implement
> domain level security I guess :-)

You don't have to if you don't want to.  Google results for "windows 
disable administrative shares" are vast.

Many sites list the required registry changes:
http://articles.techrepublic.com.com/5100-6345_11-5034883.html
http://www.windowsnetworking.com/kbase/WindowsTips/WindowsXP/AdminTips/Network/DisableWindowsNTW2KXPHiddenAdministrativeShares.html

I'd go a step further and look for resources on securing Windows 
systems.  Disabling administrative shares should be just one step in 
improving the security of your systems.