Summary:Your enemy is coming—are you ready?
It's not a question of "if" but "when." Will you be ready to protect your system when a cracker comes to call? Real World Linux Security goes beyond the books that merely detail system vulnerabilities; it offers system administrators practical solutions for safeguarding Linux systems and actively responding to break-in attempts. Veteran Bob Toxen shows you how to know your enemies and stop them at the front gate, before they can damage your system.
The hands-on guide to protecting your Linux data—and yourself
- 7 "deadly sins of Linux security"
- Set up effective firewalls
- Break-in case studies
- Develop internal security policies
- Block spam
- Recover quickly from an intrusion
About the CD-ROM
The accompanying CD contains original software that locks out crackers and alerts system administrators. In addition, it includes programs that monitor system health and report suspicious activities, detect network sniffers, and speed backup and recovery.
