Defensive Strategies: Network Security Essentials on Ubuntu
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Overview
🔒 Defend Your Network with Confidence: Introducing Defensive Strategies: Network Security Essentials on Ubuntu
In today's interconnected digital landscape, safeguarding your network is paramount. Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, and organizations worldwide face the constant challenge of protecting their sensitive data and assets from malicious actors. Are you ready to take a proactive stance in defending your network against potential breaches and attacks? Look no further! Welcome to Defensive Strategies: Network Security Essentials on Ubuntu.
🛡️ Why Choose Defensive Strategies: Network Security Essentials on Ubuntu?
In this comprehensive course, you will delve into the fundamental principles of network security, focusing on strategies tailored specifically for Ubuntu environments. Our expert instructors bring years of industry experience to the table, ensuring that you receive top-tier education and practical insights into fortifying your network defenses.
🔍 What You Will Learn:
- Understanding Network Security Fundamentals: Explore the core concepts and principles underlying network security, including encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and more.
- Securing Ubuntu Networks: Learn how to implement robust security measures within Ubuntu-based infrastructures, leveraging built-in tools and third-party solutions.
- Identifying and Mitigating Common Threats: Gain proficiency in recognizing and neutralizing various cyber threats, such as malware, phishing attacks, denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, and insider threats.
- Best Practices for Network Hardening: Discover proven strategies for hardening your network infrastructure to minimize vulnerabilities and enhance resilience against potential exploits.
- Network Security Analyst: Analyze network traffic, monitor security protocols, and implement defensive measures to protect against cyber threats.
- Security Consultant: Advise organizations on best practices for securing their networks, conduct vulnerability assessments, and recommend customized security solutions.
- Penetration Tester: Assess the security posture of systems and networks by simulating real-world cyber attacks, identifying weaknesses, and providing recommendations for improvement.
Curriculum
Course Content
Module 1- Secure an Ubuntu Linux Server from Hackers Today!
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Secure an Ubuntu Linux Server from Hackers Today!
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Module 2- Choosing a server host and setup
Module 3- Accessing the Ubuntu Linux server with putty
Module 4- How to download Putty for Windows
Module 5- Using a password manager like LastPass
Module 6- Changing the password with passwd
Module 7- Adding a new user with adduser
Module 8- Signing in with the added user
Module 9- Usermod to give the user sudo or root privileges
Module 10- Verify sudo access on user
Module 11- Key basic Linux commands cd pwd and ls
Module 12- Updating with apt-get update
Module 13- Installing nano text editor
Module 14- Updating sshd_config with nano to PermitRootLogin no
Module 15- Changing the SSH port from 22 to another number
Module 16- Setting up RSA login by generating keys with puttygen
Module 17- Disabling password logins and ipv6 listening
Module 18- Locked out of server and have to start over!
Module 19- Back in with a fresh install!
Module 20- Installing fail2ban to block IPs from repeated failed logins
Module 21- Install UFW or Uniform Fire Wall to block some DDOS attacks and hacking attempts
Module 22- Install and configure ntp to sync time
Module 23- Thank you very much for watching this complete Ubuntu Linux server security setup tutorial
Frequently Asked Questions
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Self-paced — complete it in a week or spread it over months.
No. The course is beginner-friendly.
Yes — instructor support is available Monday to Friday.
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