The Art of System Hardening - A Comprehensive Guide

January 12, 2013

Download the Complete Guide to System Hardening # Introduction to System Hardening # System hardening is the art of strengthening your computing environment against potential threats. At its core, the philosophy is about implementing the principle of ’least privilege.’ This involves: Knowing exactly what services and applications need to run on a system Creating documentation that outlines policy, standards, and guidelines Securely configuring operating systems, virtual servers, and software Managing application settings to enhance security Streamlining database setup and configuration Securing network devices and portable equipment Why Platform Hardening Matters # Platforms, such as servers or databases, are the foundation of your data infrastructure. ...