How Do I Secure My Desktop Linux?
Contents How Do I Secure My Linux System? 10 Security Best Practices for Linux Servers Use Strong and Unique Passwords. … Generate an Ssh Key Pair. … Update...
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How do I secure my Linux system?
10 Security Best Practices for Linux Servers
- Use Strong and Unique Passwords. …
- Generate an SSH Key Pair. …
- Update Your Software Regularly. …
- Enable Automatic Updates. …
- Avoid Unnecessary Software. …
- Disable Booting from External Devices. …
- Close Hidden Open Ports. …
- Scan Log Files with Fail2ban.
8 авг. 2020 г.
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How do I harden my desktop Linux?
In addition, you may also consider some of these nice-to-have steps to further harden your system:
- Check to ensure sshd service is disabled by default.
- Configure the screensaver to auto-lock after a period of inactivity.
- Set up logwatch.
- Install and use rkhunter.
- Install an Intrusion Detection System.
12 апр. 2017 г.
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