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Course Highlights
The Guide to Security for Linux Systems is designed to provide essential skills for securing Linux environments from breaches. As Linux systems form the backbone of many digital infrastructures, expertise in securing these systems is in high demand globally. This course covers crucial areas such as user account management, file permissions, system hardening, and preventing vulnerabilities.
With the rise in cyber threats, businesses across sectors like tech, finance, and government require professionals to safeguard their Linux servers. The course highlights key analysis techniques used to detect and mitigate security risks, ensuring that learners are prepared to tackle different challenges.
As cyber-attacks become more sophisticated, Linux security experts are critical in maintaining system integrity. This course equips you with the knowledge needed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in a rapidly evolving field, setting you up for success in a high-demand sector.
Learning outcome
- - Understand the importance of Linux security and OS hardening.
- - Learn to configure and manage user accounts securely.
- - Implement strong password policies to safeguard sensitive data.
- -Set file permissions and ownership for restricted access.
- - Learn to disable SSH access and restrict root login.
- - Manage security breaches effectively by identifying and mitigating risks.
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Why should I take this course?
- - Enhance your skills in securing Linux systems, a widely used operating system in tech.
- - Gain a competitive edge in the growing field of cybersecurity.
- - Learn critical security techniques that will help you protect systems from breaches.
- - Increase your employability by adding valuable Linux security expertise to your resume.
- - Open doors to higher-paying jobs in IT security and system administration.
Requirements
- - Basic understanding of Linux operating systems.
- - Access to a computer to set up a virtual machine and Linux environment.
- - A willingness to learn and apply new concepts.
Career Path
- - Linux System Administrator (£30,000 - £50,000 per year)
- - Linux Security Analyst (£35,000 - £55,000 per year)
- - Cybersecurity Specialist (£40,000 - £60,000 per year)
- - Cloud Security Engineer (£45,000 - £70,000 per year)
- - System Security Engineer (£45,000 - £65,000 per year)
Curriculum
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Complete Guide to Linux Security – Introduction
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Course overview
00:04:00
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Download and Install VirtualBox
00:06:00
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Creating First Virtual Machine
00:06:00
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Linux Installation
00:25:00
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Linux CentOS8 Installation
00:25:00
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What is Security and OS Hardening?
00:04:00
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Securing All OS
00:03:00
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Importance of Linux Security
00:06:00
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Type of Security Breach
00:04:00
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Change Password Parameters
00:08:00
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Creating User Account and Changing Password
00:09:00
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Set Password Policy
00:12:00
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Disable SSH Access for a Specific User
00:06:00
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Lock or Disable User Accounts Manually
00:07:00
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Lock or Disable User Accounts
00:07:00
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Lock User Account After 3 Failed Attempts
00:09:00
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Restrict Direct “root” Login
00:08:00
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Linux File Ownership and Permissions
00:04:00
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Change File Permissions – LAB
00:12:00
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Change File Ownership – LAB
00:12:00
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Change SSH Port
00:09:00
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Message of the Day (motd)
00:08:00
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One Service Per Server
00:05:00
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Get Your CPD Certificate
00:01:00
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Courses for £49-
Duration:3 hours, 22 minutes
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Access:1 Year
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Units:25
