Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications (11 Edition)

PART OF THE NEW JONES & BARTLETT LEARNING INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY & ASSURANCE SERIES Security Strategies In Linux Platforms And Applications Covers Every Major Aspect Of Security On A Linux System. Written By An Industry Expert, This Book Is Divided Into Three Natural Parts To Illustrate Key Concepts In The Field. It Opens With A Discussion On The Risks, Threats, And Vulnerabilities Associated With Linux As An Operating System Using Examples From Red Hat Enterprise Linux And Ubuntu. Part 2 Discusses How To Take Advantage Of The Layers Of Security Available To Linux--User And Group Options, Filesystems, And Security Options For Important Services, As Well As The Security Modules Associated With Apparmor And Selinux. The Book Closes With A Look At The Use Of Both Open Source And Proprietary Tools When Building A Layered Security Strategy For Linux Operating System Environments. Using Real-World Examples And Exercises, This Useful Resource Incorporates Hands-On Activities To Walk Students Through The Fundamentals Of Security Strategies Related To The Linux System.

Intended for undergraduate and graduate students in computer science, this volume on security examines Linux operating systems and applications and explores the multiple layers of security applications and protocols available for this open source operating system. Beginning with an overview of security threats in Linux environments, the volume addresses such topics as basic layered security, users and permissions, filesystems, networks and firewalls, networked filesystems and remote access, kernel security, and encryption. Chapters include step-by-step instructions, numerous sidebars, code examples and exercise questions. Jang is a writer specializing in Linux and Linux certifications topics. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)