Linux Essentials for Cybersecurity (for True EPUB)

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW TO SECURE LINUX SYSTEMS, NETWORKS, APPLICATIONS, AND DATA–IN ONE BOOK From the basics to advanced techniques: no Linux security experience necessary Realistic examples & step-by-step activities: practice hands-on without costly equipment The perfect introduction to Linux-based security for all students and IT professionals Linux distributions are widely used to support mission-critical applications and manage crucial data. But safeguarding modern Linux systems is complex, and many Linux books have inadequate or outdated security coverage. Linux Essentials for Cybersecurity is your complete solution. Leading Linux certification and security experts William "Bo" Rothwell and Dr. Denise Kinsey introduce Linux with the primary goal of enforcing and troubleshooting security. Their practical approach will help you protect systems, even if one or more layers are penetrated. First, you'll learn how to install Linux to achieve optimal security upfront, even if you have no Linux experience. Next, you'll master best practices for securely administering accounts, devices, services, processes, data, and networks. Then, you'll master powerful tools and automated scripting techniques for footprinting, penetration testing, threat detection, logging, auditing, software management, and more. To help you earn certification and demonstrate skills, this guide covers many key topics on CompTIA Linux+ and LPIC-1 exams. Everything is organized clearly and logically for easy understanding, effective classroom use, and rapid on-the-job training. LEARN HOW TO: Review Linux operating system components from the standpoint of security Master key commands, tools, and skills for securing Linux systems Troubleshoot common Linux security problems, one step at a time Protect user and group accounts with Pluggable Authentication Modules (PAM), SELinux, passwords, and policies Safeguard files and directories with permissions and attributes Create, manage, and protect storage devices: both local and networked Automate system security 24/7 by writing and scheduling scripts Maintain network services, encrypt network connections, and secure network-accessible processes Examine which processes are running–and which may represent a threat Use system logs to pinpoint potential vulnerabilities Keep Linux up-to-date with Red Hat or Debian software management tools Modify boot processes to harden security Master advanced techniques for gathering system information Introduction Part I: Introducing Linux Chapter 1: Distributions and Key Components Chapter 2: Working on the Command Line Chapter 3: Getting Help Chapter 4: Editing Files Chapter 5: When Things Go Wrong Part II: User and Group Accounts Chapter 6: Managing Group Accounts Chapter 7: Managing User Accounts Chapter 8: Develop an Account Security Policy Part III: File and Data Storage Chapter 9: File Permissions Chapter 10: Manage Local Storage: Essentials Chapter 11: Manage Local Storage: Advanced Features Chapter 12: Manage Network Storage Chapter 13: Develop a Storage Security Policy Part IV: Automation Chapter 14: crontab and at Chapter 15: Scripting Chapter 16: Common Automation Tasks Chapter 17: Develop an Automation Security Policy Part V: Networking Chapter 18: Networking Basics Chapter 19: Network Configuration Chapter 20: Network Service Configuration: Essential Services Chapter 21: Network Service Configuration: Web Services Chapter 22: Connecting to Remote Systems Chapter 23: Develop a Network Security Policy Part VI: Process and Log Administration Chapter 24: Process Control Chapter 25: System Logging Part VII: Software Management Chapter 26: Red Hat–Based Software Management Chapter 27: Debian-Based Software Management Chapter 28: System Booting Chapter 29: Develop a Software Management Security Policy Part VIII: Security Tasks Chapter 30: Footprinting Chapter 31: Firewalls Chapter 32: Intrusion Detection Chapter 33: Additional Security Tasks Appendix A: Answers to Review Questions Appendix B: Resource Guide Glossary Index Linux distributions are widely used to support mission-critical applications and manage crucial data. But safeguarding modern Linux systems is complex, and many Linux texts have inadequate or outdated security coverage. Linux Essentials for Cybersecurity is a complete solution. Leading Linux certification and security experts William "Bo" Rothwell and Dr. Denise Kinsey introduce Linux with the primary goal of enforcing and troubleshooting security. Their practical approach will help students learn how to protect systems, even if one or more layers are penetrated. First, they'll learn how to install Linux to achieve optimal security upfront, even if they have no Linux experience. Next, they'll master best practices for securely administering accounts, devices, services, processes, data, and networks. Then, they'll master powerful tools and automated scripting techniques for footprinting, penetration testing, threat detection, logging, auditing, software management, and more. Linux distributions are widely used by technical professionals to support mission-critical applications and manage crucial data. But safeguarding Linux systems can be complex, and many guides to Linux usage and certification provide only superficial coverage of security. Linux Essentials for Cybersecurity is the solution. Part of the new Pearson IT Cybersecurity Curriculum (ITCC), it introduces Linux with the primary goal of enforcing and troubleshooting security. Leading Linux certification and security experts William ""Bo"" Rothwell and Denise Pheils, PhD offer a layered approach to securit