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Packt Practical Linux Security Cookbook - Second Edition

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Publisher	Packt Publishing
ISBN 10	1789138396
Language	English
About the Author	Tajinder Kalsi has more than 9 years of working experience in the field of IT. He has conducted seminars all across India, on topics such as information security and Android application development at more than 120 colleges, teaching more than 10,000 students. Apart from training, he has also worked on VAPT projects for various clients. When talking about certifications, Tajinder is an ISO 2700 LA and also IBM certified analyst. Prior to this course, Tajinder authored Practical Linux Security Cookbook, published by Packt Publishing. He has also authored three video courses with Packt: Getting Started with Pentensing, Finding and Exploiting Hidden Vulnerabilities, and Pentesting Web Applications.
Number of Pages	482 pages

ISBN 13	9781789138399
Author	Tajinder Kalsi
Book Description	Enhance file system security and learn about network attack, security tools and different versions of Linux build.Key FeaturesHands-on recipes to create and administer a secure Linux systemEnhance file system security and local and remote user authenticationUse various security tools and different versions of Linux for different tasksBook DescriptionOver the last few years, system security has gained a lot of momentum and software professionals are focusing heavily on it. Linux is often treated as a highly secure operating system. However, the reality is that Linux has its share of security ﬂaws, and these security ﬂaws allow attackers to get into your system and modify or even destroy your important data. But there’s no need to panic, since there are various mechanisms by which these ﬂaws can be removed, and this book will help you learn about different types of Linux security to create a more secure Linux system. With a step-by-step recipe approach, the book starts by introducing you to various threats to Linux systems. Then, this book will walk you through customizing the Linux kernel and securing local files. Next, you will move on to managing user authentication both locally and remotely and mitigating network attacks. Later, you will learn about application security and kernel vulnerabilities. You will also learn about patching Bash vulnerability, packet filtering, handling incidents, and monitoring system logs. Finally, you will learn about auditing using system services and performing vulnerability scanning on Linux.By the end of this book, you will be able to secure your Linux systems and create a robust environment.What you will learnLearn about vulnerabilities and exploits in relation to Linux systemsConfigure and build a secure kernel and test itLearn about file permissions and how to securely modify filesAuthenticate users remotely and securely copy files on remote systemsReview different network security methods and toolsPerform vulnerability scanning on Linux machines using toolsLearn about malware scanning and read through logsWho this book is forThis book is intended for all those Linux users who already have knowledge of Linux file systems and administration. You should be familiar with basic Linux commands. Understanding information security and its risks to a Linux system is also helpful in understanding the recipes more easily.
Publication Date	30 August 2018

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Packt Practical Linux Security Cookbook - Second Edition

198.00