Hacking Linux Exposed : Network Security Secrets and Solutions

by Carasik, Anne

• ISBN13: 9780072127737
• ISBN10: 0072127732
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-01-01
• Publisher: MCGRAW HILL BOOK COMPANY

Summary

*Builds on the success of Hacking Exposed, which sold over 80,000 copies and generated $1 million in six months. *Since Linux is readily available, many hacking tools are written using Linux. It's a hot topic among hackers, and is considered a 'digital playground'. *Fills a gap in marketplace - currently there are very few books geared specifically to Linux hacking. *Major industry support for Linux - companies such as IBM, Compaw, Intel, HP and Dell are investing in Linux and partnering with leading distributors.

Table of Contents

Part I: Locking Into Linux.

Chapter 1: Linux Security Overview.

Chapter 2: Proactive Measures and Recovering from a Break-In.

Chapter 3: Mapping Your Machine and Network.

Part II: Getting in from the Outside.

Chapter 4: Social Engineering, Trojans, and Other Hacker Trickery.

Chapter 5: Physical Attacks.

Chapter 6: Attacking Over the Network.

Chapter 7: Abusing the Network Itself.

Part III: Local User Attacks.

Chapter 8: Elevating User Privileges.

Chapter 9: Password Cracking.

Chapter 10: How Hackers Maintain Access.

Part IV: Server Issues.

Chapter 11: Mail and FTP Security.

Chapter 12: Web Servers and Dynamic Content.

Chapter 13: Access Control and Firewalls.

Part V: Appendices.

Appendix A: Keeping Your Programs Current.

Appendix B: Turning Off Unneeded Services.

Appendix C: Online Resources.

Appendix D: Case Studies.