Linux network security

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Title:

Author:

Smith, Peter G., 1977-

ISBN:

9781584503965

Personal Author:

Smith, Peter G., 1977-

Edition:

1st ed.

Publication Information:

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:

Table of contents http://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip056/2005000312.html

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Summary

Linux networks are becoming more and more common, but security is often an overlooked issue. Unfortunately, in today's environment all networks are potential hacker targets, from top-secret military research networks to small home LANs. Linux Network Security focuses on securing Linux in a networked environment, where the security of the entire network needs to be considered rather than just isolated machines. It uses a mix of theory and practical techniques to teach administrators how to install and use security applications, as well as how the applications work and why they are necessary. Starting with the need for security and understanding the problem, the book teaches administrators about packet filtering (firewalling) with iptables, hardening services such as Apache, BIND, Sendmail, FTP, and MySQL to prevent attacks, network analysis, encryption, local security, DoS attacks, and rootkits. Auditing networks for potential vulnerabilities and creating secure passwords is also explored. This is the one book that really details how to secure a Linux network.