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Practical Linux Security Cookbook

You're reading from   Practical Linux Security Cookbook Secure your Linux machines and keep them secured with the help of exciting recipes

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Product type Paperback
Published in Apr 2016
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781785286421
Length 276 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Michael A Lindner Michael A Lindner
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Tajinder Kalsi Tajinder Kalsi
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Table of Contents (12) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Linux Security Problems 2. Configuring a Secure and Optimized Kernel FREE CHAPTER 3. Local Filesystem Security 4. Local Authentication in Linux 5. Remote Authentication 6. Network Security 7. Security Tools 8. Linux Security Distros 9. Patching a Bash Vulnerability 10. Security Monitoring and Logging Index

Who this book is for

Practical Linux Security Cookbook is intended for all those Linux users who already have knowledge of Linux filesystems 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.

However, even if you are unfamiliar with information security, you will be able to easily follow and understand the recipes discussed.

Since Practical Linux Security Cookbook follows a practical approach, following the steps is very easy.

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