Home > Security Security Schools > Intrusion Defense School
Security Schools: Intrusion Defense School:
EMAIL THIS
 START   NETWORK   WINDOWS SERVER 2008   ATTACK   THREATS   VISTA   SIMS   PERIMETER   UTM   ANTIVIRUS   ROI   DEFENSE   WEB   

Intrusion Defense School



Your organization's ability to fend off spyware, computer viruses and the latest breed of information security threats hinges on the strength and cohesion of your intrusion defense and network perimeter strategy.

With a new lesson from Tom Bowers and several lessons from featured instructor Joel Snyder, Intrusion Defense School focuses on key defense elements -- antivirus, antispyware, IDS/IPS, etc. -- to help you implement a plan that meets your organization's needs.

Download white papers on intrusion detection and intrusion prevention.
Learn how you can get CPE credits from (ISC)².
Visit our Security School Course Catalog.


SPECIAL LEARNING RESOURCES  
Exploring Microsoft's Network Access Protection policy options (Windows Server 2008 security features)
Quiz: Security-related enhancements in Windows Server 2008 (Windows Server 2008 security features)
Quiz: Anatomy of an attack (Anatomy of an attack: Types of hacker attacks and techniques)


BASICS OF NETWORK SECURITY INTRUSION DEFENSE

Before diving into Intrusion Defense School, test your knowledge of the basics. Joel Snyder offers an introduction to unified threat management technologies, email security devices, the latest antispam strategies and the value of information security investments.
LEARN MORE: BASICS OF NETWORK SECURITY INTRUSION DEFENSE


WINDOWS SERVER 2008 SECURITY FEATURES

The release of Windows Server 2008 included a number of significant security-related changes. This lesson will provide an overview of the features and enhancements, including read-only domain controllers, Network Access Protection and more.

About the expert:
Elizabeth Quinlan is the technical lead for HynesITe where she is a trainer/consultant.
LEARN MORE: WINDOWS SERVER 2008 SECURITY FEATURES


ANATOMY OF AN ATTACK: TYPES OF HACKER ATTACKS AND TECHNIQUES

Attackers are more resourceful, determined and prolific than ever before. This lesson will help you know your enemy and understand how to respond to and defend against increasingly complex types of hacker attacks and techniques.

About the expert:
Dr. Markus Jakobsson is a principal scientist at Palo Alto Research Center.
LEARN MORE: ANATOMY OF AN ATTACK: TYPES OF HACKER ATTACKS AND TECHNIQUES


NEXT-GEN THREATS: ADVANCED MALWARE, ROOTKIT AND TROJAN DEFENSE

New In a matter of months, the threat landscape has changed dramatically. In this lesson, learn how to thwart sophisticated attacks featuring custom rootkits, Trojans and malware designed to exploit unknown vulnerabilities.

About the expert:
Lenny Zeltser is a SANS Institute instructor and noted author.
LEARN MORE: NEXT-GEN THREATS: ADVANCED MALWARE, ROOTKIT AND TROJAN DEFENSE


INTRUSION DEFENSE IN THE ERA OF WINDOWS VISTA

New This lesson examines how Windows Vista presents unique intrusion defense challenges. Peter Gregory explains how well Windows Vista security features support and extend intelligent enterprise security practices.

About the author:
Peter H. Gregory is an author and information security practitioner.
LEARN MORE: INTRUSION DEFENSE IN THE ERA OF WINDOWS VISTA


SECURITY INFORMATION AND EVENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

New In this lesson, learn how security information and event management systems can augment enterprise network management efforts.

About the author:
Tom Bowers is managing director of consulting firm Security Constructs.
LEARN MORE: SECURITY INFORMATION AND EVENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS


NETWORK PERIMETER SECURITY

In this lesson, learn about the basics of intrusion defense. Joel Snyder defines the network perimeter and the technologies crucial to success, including corporate intrusion detection systems and content filtering technologies.

About the author:
Joel Snyder is a senior partner with consulting firm Opus One in Tucson, Ariz.
LEARN MORE: NETWORK PERIMETER SECURITY


UNIFIED THREAT MANAGEMENT

In this lesson, learn about the basics of unified threat management as it pertains to intrusion defense and network perimeter security.

About the author:
Joel Snyder is a senior partner with consulting firm Opus One in Tucson, Ariz.
LEARN MORE: UNIFIED THREAT MANAGEMENT


NETWORK CONTENT SECURITY: ANTIVIRUS AND ANTISPYWARE TOOLS

In this lesson, Joel Snyder explains how the latest antispyware and antivirus tools can secure the network edge, protect sensitive content and data and avoid attacks.

About the author:
Joel Snyder is a senior partner with consulting firm Opus One in Tucson, Ariz.
LEARN MORE: NETWORK CONTENT SECURITY: ANTIVIRUS AND ANTISPYWARE TOOLS


ROI OF INTRUSION DEFENSE: FINDING THE RETURN ON A SECURITY INVESTMENT

In this lesson, learn how to make cost-effective intrusion defense choices and explain to management the return on an intrusion defense or network security investment.

About the author:
Joel Snyder is a senior partner with consulting firm Opus One in Tucson, Ariz.
LEARN MORE: ROI OF INTRUSION DEFENSE: FINDING THE RETURN ON A SECURITY INVESTMENT


DEFENSE BEYOND THE NETWORK PERIMETER

In this lesson, learn how a world with no network perimeter can affect enterprise security management. Joel Snyder reviews unified threat management firewalls, intrusion detection systems and security information management tools.

About the author:
Joel Snyder is a senior partner with consulting firm Opus One in Tucson, Ariz.
LEARN MORE: DEFENSE BEYOND THE NETWORK PERIMETER


PREVENTING WEB SERVER ATTACKS: SPYWARE AND MALWARE DEFENSE

Web servers need constant hardening, testing and monitoring to prevent Web server attacks. In this lesson, learn tactics, policies and best practices for keeping enterprise Web servers safe and secure.

About the author:
Michael Cobb is the founder and managing director of Cobweb Applications Ltd.
LEARN MORE: PREVENTING WEB SERVER ATTACKS: SPYWARE AND MALWARE DEFENSE







Find the Right Security Solutions for Your Business
TechTarget Security Media
Information Security View this month\\'s issue and subscribe today.
Information Security Decisions Apply online for free conference admission.
SearchSecurity.com
HomeNewsMagazineMultimediaWhite PapersLearningAdviceTopicsEventsAbout Us

About Us  |  Contact Us  |  For Advertisers  |  For Business Partners  |  Site Index  |  RSS
TechTarget provides technology professionals with the information they need to perform their jobs - from developing strategy, to making cost-effective purchase decisions and managing their organizations' technology projects - with its network of technology-specific websites, events and online magazines.

TechTarget Corporate Web Site  |  Media Kits  |  Site Map




All Rights Reserved, Copyright 2003 - 2009, TechTarget | Read our Privacy Policy
  TechTarget - The IT Media ROI Experts