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 | from Tony Bradley, your Editor and Guide I hope everyone had a great Halloween! It was unseasonably warm which was nice for a change (at least here in the Midwest). There are a couple new book reviews this week. I also highlighted some Top Picks to help people choose some wireless network security books for holiday gift-giving. Work continues on the new wireless network security class- keep checking back to see when it gets posted. | ||||
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| Book Review: Mac OS X Maximum Security Mac users don't traditionally have much to worry about regarding vulnerabilities or security in general. However, Mac OS X is based on a Unix / BSD core which adds power and flexibility- but also introduces some security concerns. This book is complete and detailed in providing everything the aspiring OS X server administrator needs to know about securing the Mac OS X platform. |
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| Microsoft to Enable Firewall and Disable Messenger in XP As a part of its ongoing efforts to plug the holes in the dam and provide a more stable and secure computing platform, Microsoft intends to disable the Windows Messenger Service (not to be confused with the MSN Messenger instant messaging software) and enable the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) by default with the release of Windows XP Service Pack 2. Currently Windows XP has the Messenger service enabled by default and it has been exploited by spammers to send pop-up messages that appear as computer system messages. Windows XP also has a built-in firewall which is disabled by default. Rather than relying on users to know how to enable the firewall and disable the Messenger service, Windows XP SP2 will change those default settings. |
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| Book Review: Black Ice The United States was caught offguard when terrorists used civilian commercial aircraft as missiles to attack the World Trade Center and other targets. Much has been done to improve security since then, however many fear that the Department of Homeland Security and the Whitehouse have not paid enough attention to the threat of cyber-terrorism. Dan Verton's book- Black Ice: The Invisible Threat of Cyber-Terrorism- illustrates the domino effect presented by the inter-dependencies of key infrastructure industries such as power and communications and how the United States remains vulnerable. |
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With Halloween behind us many people will begin shopping for the holidays. Wireless networks are at the top of many people's lists for gift wishes. Along with the equipment those people will need to know how to properly secure their new wireless networks from prying eyes. Check out these Top Picks to help the aspiring new wireless network administrator. 1) How Secure Is Your Wireless Network? How Secure Is Your Wireless Network? provides detailed coverage of the available wireless protocols and the pitfalls of each (like interference with common household devices such as cordless phones and baby monitors). This book is a very good resource. Barken does a good job of explaining most of the concepts and steps in relatively plain English though. 2) Building Secure Wireless Networks with 802.11 The authors of this book have extensive first-hand knowledge of the technology and concepts they write about. The problem is that if your network traffic is flying through the air to your wireless networked computers, it can also be intercepted by unintended recipients. If you are going to delve into the world of wireless networking, you should read this book to learn how to do so securely. 3) Hack Proofing Your Wireless Network Hack Proofing Your Wireless Network is an invaluable resource for implementing or administering a wireless network. The case studies, Security Alerts, FAQ's and other features of this book all help to provide a comprehensive, must-read book on wireless network security. If you are new to the concept this book is written in a way that you will understand. This book also makes a great reference. | |||||
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