This course provides an overview of the basic principles for the proper hardening of a system. It also covers various hardening principles that apply to computer systems, network devices, applications, and database and directory services.
Objectives:
List the five principles for proper hardening of a system
Discuss various guidelines for hardening of OS/NOS, networks, applications, and databases
Describe the security measures for hardening of various types of servers
Topics:
Hardening basics
OS/NOS hardening
Network hardening
Application hardening
Database and directory service hardening
Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
