Using
Tools to Monitor Security
1.
Crackers : It’s the clever people
aiming to break into other peoples computers, just to amuse themselves or doing
potential larceny. If there is a vulnerability in a system, they will find it.
2.
The Linux development community is
quick to find potential exploits and to find ways of slamming shut the door
before crackers can enter by making available new, patched versions of packages
in which potential exploits have been found.
3.
First and best security tool is making
sure that whenever a security advisory is issued, you download and install the
repaired package.
4.
As good as the bug trackers are,
sometimes their job is reactive. Preventing the use of your machine for
nefarious purposes and guarding against intrusion are, in the end, your
responsibility alone.
5.
If your machine is connected to the
Internet, you will be amazed at the number of attempts that are made to break
into your machine. And you’ll be struck by how critical an issue security is.
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