[NTLUG:Discuss] linux based security tool...recommendation

[Cameron, Thomas]

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Richard Geoffrion [mailto:ntlug at rain4us.net]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2004 3:02 PM
> To: discuss at ntlug.org
> Subject: [NTLUG:Discuss] linux based security tool...recommendation
> 
> 
> Are there any tools out there that can be used to evaluate a 
> linux based
> network for security faux-pas?  Maybe one that can compare 
> results after
> being run from outside the network then inside the network?  
> Of course there
> are always tools like nmap to do port testing...but...what 
> about SATAN? (in
> the church-lady's voice)  Exactly how easy is it to be hacked 
> if one becomes
> a target?
> 
> I know everyone has there opinions on necessary security for 
> xy&z..but is
> there a program that lists them and tests them?   What are 
> your opinions on
> the best web site that lists xyz minimum security needed?
> 
> --
> Richard
> 

nmap totally kicks butt.

--
Thomas Cameron, RHCE, CNE, MCSE, MCT
Assistant Vice President
Linux Design and Engineering
Bank of America
(972) 997-9641

The opinions expressed in this message are mine alone and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of my employer, Bank of America.