2002 Boxster S Six speed Trans Linkage Leak

[Tett]

Hey folks,
New here, with a new to me Boxster S with 153000 miles. This car has a leak where the clutch linkage enters the trans. Questions for the experts here:

-- Does the trans need to come out to fix this?
-- Will I have to open up the trans to fix this, or can I repair it from outside?

I searched and found some info, and so far I've read that you have to open the transmission, and one post said you have to machine it for a new bushing. Is that right? Or would an OEM bushing last another 150,000 miles? Thanks for any input. Going to try to attach a photo. It's leaking where the linkage enters the trans, which is right about the middle of the photo.

Edit: photo loaded sideways. Will try to redo it.

Thanks,
Jim