Exposing Linux Hackers: Linux Security Secrets and Solutions

Author: Wang Yichuan
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: This book is part of the best-selling "Exploiting the Internet" series and primarily focuses on the Linux operating system. It systematically explains Linux network intrusion techniques and corresponding defense measures from the perspectives of both attackers and defenders. The entire book discusses hacker attack methods in a step-by-step manner, including how hackers collect information, identify targets, escalate privileges, gain control, set up backdoors, and cover their tracks. It also covers the security features and details of various Linux release versions, including Red Hat Linux, SuSE, Debian, and Slackware. The book emphasizes case studies, explaining many specific attack processes, and more importantly, provides countermeasures for almost all discussed attack methods. This book is a treasure trove of security vulnerabilities and is a must-read for network administrators and system administrators responsible for Linux security. It can also serve as an important reference for information administrators and those interested in computer and network security.