Easy Guide to Configuring Open Source Security Tools

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The Perfect Reference for Multitasked SysAdmins
This guide provides an introduction to managing an infrastructure with Open Source tools that are freely available and powerful, even if network security is not your specialty. It teaches how to audit and test your systems using products like Wireshark and Snort and some of their add-ons. Furthermore, this resource offers handy techniques for network troubleshooting and perimeter protection.

* Take Inventory
Regularly take an inventory of devices on your network to ensure its accuracy.
* Use Nmap
Learn how to use Nmap’s vast features and options as a free scanner.
* Implement Firewalls
Use netfilter for firewall logic and turn a PC into a completely configurable dedicated firewall appliance with SmoothWall.
* Perform Basic Hardening
Establish an IT security policy to have a concrete set of standards to measure against.
* Install and Configure Snort and Wireshark
Discover the feature set of these powerful tools, their pitfalls, and other security considerations.
* Explore Snort Add-Ons
Use tools like Oinkmaster to keep Snort signature files current automatically.
* Troubleshoot Network Problems
Gain insight into how to measure bandwidth usage and data collection methods, such as sniffing, NetFlow, and SNMP.
* Learn Defensive Monitoring Considerations
Define wireless network boundaries, monitor if they are being exceeded, and watch for unauthorized traffic.

Publisher: Syngress; 1st edition (May 28, 2007)
Language: English
Paperback: 528 pages
ISBN-10: 1597491705
ISBN-13: 978-1597491709
Item Weight: 1.98 pounds
Dimensions: 7.99 x 10 x 1.85 inches