Mastering Access Control

Unlock the Art of "Mastering Access Control" for Security and Compliance In a digital landscape where data breaches and unauthorized access are constant threats, mastering the intricacies of access control is pivotal for safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining regulatory compliance. "Mastering Access Control" is your ultimate guide to navigating the complex world of access management, authentication, and authorization. Whether you're an IT professional, security analyst, compliance officer, or system administrator, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to establish robust access control mechanisms. About the Book: "Mastering Access Control" takes you on an enlightening journey through the intricacies of access control, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. From authentication methods to role-based access control, this book covers it all. Each chapter is meticulously designed to provide both a deep understanding of the principles and practical guidance for implementing access control measures in real-world scenarios. Key Features: · Foundational Understanding: Build a solid foundation by comprehending the core principles of access control, including authentication, authorization, and accountability. · Access Control Models: Explore different access control models, from discretionary and mandatory access control to attribute-based access control, understanding their applications. · Authentication Methods: Master the art of authentication mechanisms, including passwords, multi-factor authentication, biometrics, and single sign-on (SSO). · Authorization Strategies: Dive into authorization techniques such as role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and policy-based access control. · Access Control Implementation: Learn how to design and implement access control policies, including access rules, permissions, and fine-grained controls. · Access Control in Cloud Environments: Gain insights into extending access control practices to cloud environments and managing access in hybrid infrastructures. · Auditing and Monitoring: Understand the importance of auditing access events, monitoring user activities, and detecting anomalies to ensure security and compliance. · Challenges and Emerging Trends: Explore challenges in access control, from insider threats to managing remote access, and discover emerging trends shaping the future of access management. Who This Book Is For: "Mastering Access Control" is designed for IT professionals, security analysts, compliance officers, system administrators, and anyone responsible for ensuring data security and access management. Whether you're aiming to enhance your skills or embark on a journey toward becoming an access control expert, this book provides the insights and tools to navigate the complexities of data protection. © 2023 Cybellium Ltd. All rights reserved. www.cybellium.com

Start empowering users and protecting corporate data, while managing identities and access with Microsoft Azure in different environments Key FeaturesUnderstand how to identify and manage business drivers during transitionsExplore Microsoft Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) solutionOver 40 playbooks to support your learning process with practical guidelinesBook Description Microsoft Azure and its Identity and access management are at the heart of Microsoft's software as service products, including Office 365, Dynamics CRM, and Enterprise Mobility Management. It is crucial to master Microsoft Azure in order to be able to work with the Microsoft Cloud effectively. You’ll begin by identifying the benefits of Microsoft Azure in the field of identity and access management. Working through the functionality of identity and access management as a service, you will get a full overview of the Microsoft strategy. Understanding identity synchronization will help you to provide a well-managed identity. Project scenarios and examples will enable you to understand, troubleshoot, and develop on essential authentication protocols and publishing scenarios. Finally, you will acquire a thorough understanding of Microsoft Information protection technologies. What you will learnApply technical descriptions to your business needs and deploymentsManage cloud-only, simple, and complex hybrid environmentsApply correct and efficient monitoring and identity protection strategiesDesign and deploy custom Identity and access management solutionsBuild a complete identity and access management life cycleUnderstand authentication and application publishing mechanismsUse and understand the most crucial identity synchronization scenariosImplement a suitable information protection strategyWho this book is for This book is a perfect companion for developers, cyber security specialists, system and security engineers, IT consultants/architects, and system administrators who are looking for perfectly up–to-date hybrid and cloud-only scenarios. You should have some understanding of security solutions, Active Directory, access privileges/rights, and authentication methods. Programming knowledge is not required but can be helpful for using PowerShell or working with APIs to customize your solutions.

Explore the depths of AWS security and learn how to design, implement, and maintain a secure cloud environment using state-of-the-art AWS technology Key Features Dive into AWS security concepts and technologies that can be applied for diverse use cases Design and deploy secure AWS environments based on modern architectural principles Elevate your AWS security expertise with advanced techniques for automation and continuous improvement Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionIf you’re trying to navigate the complex world of AWS security and fortify your organizational cloud environment, then this book is for you. Written by an accomplished cybersecurity and AWS cloud consultant, Mastering AWS Security will help you understand and master the complexities of AWS security. This book offers an in-depth and practical exploration of AWS security concepts, features, and services, focusing on how they apply to modern cloud-based application environments. As you progress, you’ll gain a thorough introduction to the art of security automation and DevSecOps. You’ll learn how to automate security tasks, integrate security into your development process, and maintain a high level of security as your applications evolve and scale. Emphasizing continuous monitoring and improvement, this book will teach you how to set up monitoring systems, interpret security data, and make informed decisions to enhance your security over time. Through real-world case studies, you’ll learn how to tackle the challenges and find solutions for securing AWS environments. By the end of this book, you’ll confidently secure your AWS environments, and stay up to date with the latest security trends and updates in the AWS ecosystem.What you will learn Discover AWS IAM, access control models, and the principle of least privilege Get to grips with VPC network security strategies and tools to protect and isolate your critical assets Leverage and orchestrate AWS security services tailored to your environment Implement encryption and data protection best practices in key AWS services Explore best practices to secure microservices and serverless architectures on AWS Implement security strategies for multi-tenant architectures Master the art of security automation and DevSecOps tooling Who this book is for This comprehensive guide is for cloud architects, engineers, DevOps professionals, and AWS enthusiasts. Cybersecurity professionals who want to learn AWS security to protect their applications, data, and infrastructure from threats, ensure compliance with regulations, and build trust with customers, will also find this book useful.

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The Technology You Need is Out There. The Expertise You Need is in Here. Expertise is what makes hackers effective. It's what will make you effective, too, as you fight to keep them at bay. Mastering Network Security has been fully updated to reflect the latest developments in security technology, but it does much more than bring you up to date. More importantly, it gives you a comprehensive understanding of the threats to your organization's network and teaches you a systematic approach in which you make optimal use of the technologies available to you. Coverage includes: Understanding security from a topological perspective Configuring Cisco router security features Selecting and configuring a firewall Configuring Cisco's PIX firewall Configuring an intrusion detection system Providing data redundancy Configuring a Virtual Private Network Securing your wireless network Implementing authentication and encryption solutions Recognizing hacker attacks Detecting and eradicating viruses Getting up-to-date security information Locking down Windows NT/2000/XP servers Securing UNIX, Linux, and FreBSD systems

Are you ready to take charge of fortifying your Linux systems against the relentless tide of cyber threats? "Mastering Linux Security" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of securing Linux environments against a spectrum of digital dangers. Whether you're an IT professional guarding critical servers or a Linux enthusiast striving to bolster personal security, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools to establish an unyielding defense. Key Features: 1. Thorough Exploration of Linux Security: Dive deep into the core principles of Linux security, understanding the intricacies of user management, permissions, and cryptography. Develop a solid foundation that empowers you to create a secure infrastructure. 2. Understanding Cyber Threats: Navigate the dynamic landscape of cyber threats. Learn about malware, exploits, social engineering attacks, and more, enabling you to stay ahead of adversaries and safeguard your systems effectively. 3. Hardening Linux Systems: Discover strategies for hardening Linux systems to reduce vulnerabilities. Implement best practices for securing SSH, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and more to create a robust barrier. 4. Access Control and Identity Management: Delve into access control mechanisms and identity management strategies. Learn how to implement least privilege principles, multi-factor authentication, and centralized user management for enhanced security. 5. Network Security Measures: Master network security measures to shield Linux systems from cyber threats. Explore techniques for implementing firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and securing network services. 6. Secure Software Development: Learn how to develop secure software for Linux systems. Explore techniques for mitigating common vulnerabilities, implementing secure coding practices, and performing code audits. 7. Incident Response and Recovery: Develop a comprehensive incident response plan to handle security breaches effectively. Understand the steps for isolating threats, recovering compromised systems, and learning from security incidents. 8. Data Protection and Encryption: Uncover the world of data protection and encryption techniques on Linux. Implement secure storage, encryption, and secure data transmission methods to safeguard sensitive information. 9. Cloud Security Considerations: Navigate the complexities of securing Linux systems in cloud environments. Understand the unique challenges and solutions associated with Linux security in cloud settings. Who This Book Is For: "Mastering Linux Security" is an invaluable resource for IT professionals, system administrators, security analysts, and Linux enthusiasts tasked with protecting Linux systems from cyber threats. Whether you're well-versed in cybersecurity or a novice exploring the world of Linux security, this book will guide you through the complexities and empower you to establish an impregnable defense.

In depth informative guide to implement and use AWS security services effectively. About This Book Learn to secure your network, infrastructure, data and applications in AWS cloud Log, monitor and audit your AWS resources for continuous security and continuous compliance in AWS cloud Use AWS managed security services to automate security. Focus on increasing your business rather than being diverged onto security risks and issues with AWS security. Delve deep into various aspects such as the security model, compliance, access management and much more to build and maintain a secure environment. Who This Book Is For This book is for all IT professionals, system administrators and security analysts, solution architects and Chief Information Security Officers who are responsible for securing workloads in AWS for their organizations. It is helpful for all Solutions Architects who want to design and implement secure architecture on AWS by the following security by design principle. This book is helpful for personnel in Auditors and Project Management role to understand how they can audit AWS workloads and how they can manage security in AWS respectively. If you are learning AWS or championing AWS adoption in your organization, you should read this book to build security in all your workloads. You will benefit from knowing about security footprint of all major AWS services for multiple domains, use cases, and scenarios. What You Will Learn Learn about AWS Identity Management and Access control Gain knowledge to create and secure your private network in AWS Understand and secure your infrastructure in AWS Understand monitoring, logging and auditing in AWS Ensure Data Security in AWS Learn to secure your applications in AWS Explore AWS Security best practices In Detail Mastering AWS Security starts with a deep dive into the fundamentals of the shared security responsibility model. This book tells you how you can enable continuous security, continuous auditing, and continuous compliance by automating your security in AWS with the tools, services, and features it provides. Moving on, you will learn about access control in AWS for all resources. You will also learn about the security of your network, servers, data and applications in the AWS cloud using native AWS security services. By the end of this book, you will understand the complete AWS Security landscape, covering all aspects of end - to -end software and hardware security along with logging, auditing, and compliance of your entire IT environment in the AWS cloud. Lastly, the book will wrap up with AWS best practices for security. Style and approach The book will take a practical approach delving into different aspects of AWS security to help you become a master of it. It will focus on using native AWS security features and managed AWS services to help you achieve continuous security and continuous compliance.

Find all the information you need to manage and maintain Active Directory in Mastering Active Directory for Windows Server® 2008, an in-depth guide updated with over 300 pages of new material. Revised to address the new components, enhancements, and capabilities brought by Windows Server 2008 to the directory services, this book covers domain name system design, Active Directory forest and domain design, maintaining organizational units, managing group policy, implementing best practices, and more. Expect high-level coverage of the new version of Microsoft's powerful user authentication and authorization tool, fully updated for Windows Server 2008.