This course shows how to protect data against loss due to a disaster, system failure, or intrusion. Topics include permissions, access control lists, auditing, network security, and controlling remote access to the system.
Objectives:
Locate the files that control default system access
Locate where password encryption and password aging information is stored
Control default file or directory permissions
List the places where unneeded network services and processes can be disabled
Describe the process of restricting root and remote access to the system
Topics:
Physical security
Controlling system access
Storing user account information
Controlling file access
Permission schemes for user and group IDs
Access Control Lists (ACLs)
Managing ACL entries
Setting path and identification permission
Monitoring users and system usage
Obtaining login information
Using firewalls and securing network services
Other network security methods
Remote system operations and the trusted host
Restricting FTP
Restricting root access
Monitoring superuser access
Automated Security Enhancement Tool (ASET)
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.
