Linux Security and Hardening, The Practical Security Guide

185 Enrolled

4 Hours

$19.00

57 Lessons (4h)

Course Overview and Downloads
Course Overview
Course Downloads
General Security
Section Overview
Is Linux Secure
What Makes Linux Secure
Security Principles and Guidelines
Section Summary
Quiz 1
Physical Security
Section Overview
Physical Security Concepts
Single User Mode Security
Single User Mode and Blank Passwords
Securing the Boot Loader
Disk Encryption
Encrypting a New Device, Part I
Encrypting a New Device, Part II
Encrypting an Existing Device
Disabling Control Alt Delete
Section Summary
Quiz 2
Account Security
Section Overview
Intro to PAM
PAM Configuration Example
Password Security
Account Security Demo #1 (UID 0)
Controlling Account Access
Security by Account Type
Account Security Demo #2
Account Security Demo #3 (Sudo)
Quiz 3
Network Security
Section Overview
Network Security, Part I
Network Security, Part II
Securing SSHD, Part I
Securing SSHD, Part II
Linux Firewall Fundamentals
Configuring the Firewall from the Command Line
Firewall Rule Specifications
Example Firewall Rules
Network Security Firewall Demonstration #1
Quiz 4
TCP Wrappers, Part I
TCP Wrappers, Part II
Quiz 5
File System Security
Section Overview1:02
File and Directory Permissions, Intro
File and Directory Permissions, Part I
File and Directory Permissions, Part II
Special Modes, Part I
Special Modes, Part II
File Attributes
File Attributes Demo
ACLS
ACLS Demo
Rootkits
Rootkit Hunter Demonstration
Rootkit Detection Software
Additional Security Resources
Additional Security Resources
Linux Hardening Guides
Linux Security Email Lists
Security Meetups List
Security Conference Videos

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Learn to Secure Any Linux System As You Add to Your IT Security Resume

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Instructor

Jason Cannon is a professional system administrator, consultant, and author. Jason started his career as a Unix and Linux System Engineer in 1999. Since that time he has utilized his Linux skills at companies such as Xerox, UPS, Hewlett-Packard, and Amazon.com. Additionally, he has acted as a technical consultant and independent contractor for small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Jason has professional experience with CentOS, RedHat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Ubuntu. He has used several Linux distributions on personal projects including Debian, Slackware, CrunchBang, and others. In addition to Linux, Jason has experience supporting proprietary Unix operating systems including AIX, HP-UX, and Solaris. He enjoys teaching others how to use and exploit the power of the Linux operating system. He is also the author of the books "Linux for Beginners" and "Command Line Kung Fu." For more details on this course and instructor, click here. This course is hosted by StackSkills, the premier eLearning destination for discovering top-shelf courses on everything from coding—to business—to fitness, and beyond!

Description

As the news often reminds us, security is absolutely paramount for companies--especially ones that handle customers' personal data--and security experts are always in demand. Through this course, you'll learn how to tighten up security on any Linux system, adding a valuable skill to your IT resume.

Access 57 lectures & 4 hours of content 24/7
Prevent attackers from breaking into your systems, even when they have physical access to your machine
Enforce strong password policies & control
Learn SSH Hardening practices & network security tactics
Understand port scanning & network service detection
Share accounts securely w/ an audit trail
Discover file system security & encryption

Specs

Important Details

Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
Certification of completion not included
Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
Experience level required: all levels

Requirements

Internet required

Terms

Unredeemed licenses can be returned for store credit within 30 days of purchase. Once your license is redeemed, all sales are final.

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