How to Cheat at Configuring Open Source Security Tools

Book Details:

Publisher:	Syngress
Series:	Syngress , How To
Author:	Michael Gregg
Edition:	1
ISBN-10:	1597491705
ISBN-13:	9781597491709

Pages:	528
Published:	May 28 2007
Posted:	Nov 19 2014
Language:	English
Book format:	PDF
Book size:	7.64 MB

Book Description:

The Perfect Reference for the Multitasked SysAdminThis is the perfect guide if network security tools is not your specialty. It is the perfect introduction to managing an infrastructure with freely available, and powerful, Open Source tools. Learn how to test and audit your systems using products like Snort and Wireshark and some of the add-ons available for both. In addition, learn handy techniques for network troubleshooting and protecting the perimeter.* Take InventorySee how taking an inventory of the devices on your network must be repeated regularly to ensure that the inventory remains accurate.* Use NmapLearn how Nmap has more features and options than any other free scanner.* Implement FirewallsUse netfilter to perform firewall logic and see how SmoothWall can turn a PC into a dedicated firewall appliance that is completely configurable.* Perform Basic HardeningPut an IT security policy in place so that you have a concrete set of standards against which to measure. * Install and Configure Snort and WiresharkExplore the feature set of these powerful tools, as well as their pitfalls and other security considerations.* Explore Snort Add-OnsUse tools like Oinkmaster to automatically keep Snort signature files current.* Troubleshoot Network ProblemsSee how to reporting on bandwidth usage and other metrics and to use data collection methods like sniffing, NetFlow, and SNMP.* Learn Defensive Monitoring ConsiderationsSee how to define your wireless network boundaries, and monitor to know if they're being exceeded and watch for unauthorized traffic on your network. *Covers the top 10 most popular open source security tools including Snort, Nessus, Wireshark, Nmap, and Kismet*Companion Web site contains dozens of working scripts and tools for readers*Follows Syngress' proven "How to Cheat" pedagogy providing readers with everything they need and nothing they don't

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