This course introduces security issues that arise at the operating system level in a network. It covers the major areas of vulnerability for operating systems such as Windows 2000 and Linux. It shows how built-in security features can be activated, how to configure password settings, and how to set permissions on files, folders, and shares.
Objectives:
Describe the most widely-used industry security standards
List the key vulnerabilities of Windows 2000 and Linux operating systems
Describe the built-in security features of Windows 2000
Use Pluggable Authentication Modules to improve authentication on Linux systems
Configure password settings for improved security
Set permissions on files, folders and shares
Topics:
Security principles
Evaluation criteria
Security levels and mechanisms
Windows 2000 security
Windows 2000 security architecture
Linux security
Pluggable authentication modules
Passwords
Verifying system state
Protecting accounts
Password aging in Linux
Windows 2000 file systems
Remote file access
Linux file systems
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.
