Linux System Security
Overview
The Linux System Security hands-on practical course is aimed at Linux System Administrators who wish to enhance their knowledge of Linux security and increase the security of their Linux systems.
The course is designed to teach security related tasks that would be relevant for all Linux distributions and runs on CentOS Linux.
Exercises and examples are used throughout the course to give practical hands-on experience with the techniques covered.
Objectives
The delegate will gain an understanding of:
- Linux security basics, precautions and common attack methods
- Viewing and configuring the key Linux log files
- Querying and configuring the Linux Audit Framework
- Knowledge and execution of key SELinux commands
- Modifying SELinux policy and policy modules
- Configuring the Red Hat firewall
- Securing Linux applications and remote logging
- Securing SSH
- Installing and configuring a Host Intrusion Detection System
- Detecting root kits
- Increasing system security with PAM
- Basic and advanced sudo configuration
- Securing Linux logins
- Enchancing filesystem security and encrypting files
- Installing and configuring a password cracking utility
- Configuring an OpenVPN server and client
- Red Hat security updates and verifying packages
Target Audience
The Linux System Security course is aimed at System Administrators who wish to increase their knowledge of the many Linux security features and increase the security level of their Linux systems.
Additional Information
- Course technical content is subject to change without notice.
- Course content is structured as sessions, this does not strictly map to course timings. Concepts, content and practicals often span sessions.
Training Partners
We work with the following best of breed training partners using our bulk buying power to bring you a wider range of dates, locations and prices.
Modules
Prerequisites
Delegates attending this course should have experience of administering Linux in an Enterprise environment to the level covered in the Linux System Administration (LPI & CompTIA) course or the Administering Red Hat Linux 7 - Part 1 course.
Additional Learning
The courses below may help you meet the knowledge level required to take this course. If you are unsure please ask a training advisor .
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Linux System Administration
A 5-day Training Course on LINUX System Administration; On completion delegates will be able to administer a live LINUX system.
Scheduled Dates
Please select from the dates below to make an enquiry or booking.
Pricing
Different pricing structures are available including special offers. These include early bird, late availability, multi-place, corporate volume and self-funding rates. Please arrange a discussion with a training advisor to discover your most cost effective option.