Fixing Outside the Box: Uncovering Tactics for Open-Source Security Issue Management

This chapter details a tool that uses some of the earlier technology such as port scanning, but takes it a step further and actually tests the security of the open ports found. This security Swiss army knife will scan your whole network and give you a detailed report on any security holes that it finds. Chapter 6: Network Sniffers This chapter primarily deals with the lower levels of the OSI model and how to capture raw data off the wire. Many of the later tools use this basic technology, and it shows how sniffers can be used to diagnose all kinds of network issues in addition to tracking down security problems. Chapter 7: Intrusion Detection Systems A tool that uses the sniffer technology introduced in the previous chapter is used here to build a network intrusion detection system. Installation, maintenance, and optimal use are also discussed. Chapter 8: Analysis and Management Tools This chapter examines how to keep track of security data and log it efficiently for later review. It also looks at tools that help you analyze the security data and put it in a more usable format. Chapter 9: Encryption Tools Sending sensitive data over the Internet is a big concern these days, yet it is becoming more and more of a requirement. These tools will help you encrypt your communications and files with strong encryption as well as create IPsec VPNs. Chapter 10: Wireless Tools Wireless networks are becoming quite popular and the tools in this chapter will help you make sure that any wireless networks your company uses are secure and that there aren't wireless LANs you don't know about. Chapter 11: Forensic Tools The tools discussed in this chapter will help you investigate past break-ins and how to properly collect digital evidence.