Perform Security Audits on Linux Services

Guided

Part of CompTIA Security+ Core Skills Topic: Cyber Security Labs

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What you'll do

In this lab, you will examine various security settings and configure them to match security requirements.

Examine an Nmap scan indicating a firewall misconfiguration
Search for and correct directories with incorrect permissions settings
Examine an incorrectly edited configuration file and update it with the correct settings

Note: Once you begin the lab, you will not be able to pause, save, or exit and then return to your lab. Please ensure that you have set aside enough time to complete the lab before you start.

⏱ About 30 minutes
Counts towards: CompTIA Security+ (exam SY0-701)

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