Linux network security
by
Smith, Peter G., 1977-
Title
:
Linux network security
Author
:
Smith, Peter G., 1977-
ISBN
:
9781584503965
Personal Author
:
Smith, Peter G., 1977-
Edition
:
1st ed.
Publication Information
:
Hingham, Mass. : Charles River Media, ©2005.
Physical Description
:
xviii, 541 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 1/2 in.).
Series
:
Administrator's advantage series
Administrator's advantage series.
Contents
:
1. Introduction: the need for security -- 2. Understanding the problem -- 3. A secure topology -- 4. Assessing the network -- 5. Packet filtering with Iptables -- 6. Basic system security measures -- 7. Desktop security -- 8. System hardening -- 9. Access control -- 10. Securing services -- 11. Keeping secure -- A. Recompiling the Linux kernel -- B. Kernel configuration options for netwokring -- C. NAT firewall script -- D. Complete firewall script -- E. Cryptography.
Abstract
:
Annotation Starting with the need for security and understanding the problem, this book provides a complete reference for system administrators on the theory and practical techniques needed to secure Linux in a network environment. The CD-ROM includes open source software that allows administrators to implement the techniques from the book.
Title Subject
:
Linux.
Subject Term
:
Computer networks -- Security measures.
Electronic Access
:
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| VC Cape Town | General Books | 000025345 | 005.8 SMI | 1 |
| VC Durban North | General Books | 000021269 | 005.8 SMI | 1 |
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