Security strategies in Linux platforms and applications Security threats to Linux Basic components of Linux security Basic security : facilities through the boot process User privileges and permissions Filesystems volumes and encryption Every service is a potential risk Networks firewalls and more Networked filesystems and remote access Networked application security Kernel security risk mitigation Managing security alerts and updates Building and maintaining a security baseline Testing and reporting Detecting and responding to security breaches Best practices and emerging technologies The Second Edition of Security Strategies in Linux Platforms and Applications opens with a discussion of risks threats and vulnerabilities. Part 2 discusses how to take advantage of the layers of security and the modules associated with AppArmor and SELinux. Part 3 looks at the use of open source and proprietary tools when building a layered security strategy