Windows Server 2003 Security: A Technical ReferenceBy
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If you''''re a working Windows administrator, security is your #1
challenge. Now there''''s a single-source reference you can rely on
for authoritative, independent help with every Windows Server
security feature, tool, and option: Windows Server 2003
SecurityRenowned Windows security expert Roberta Bragg has brought
together information that was formerly scattered through dozens of
books and hundreds of online sources. She goes beyond facts and
procedures, sharing powerful insights drawn from decades in IT
administration and security. You''''ll find expert implementation tips
and realistic best practices for every Windows environment, from
workgroup servers to global domain architectures. Learn how to:
Reflect the core principles of information security throughout
your plans and processes
Establish effective authentication and passwords
Restrict access to servers, application software, and
data
Make the most of the Encrypting File System (EFS)
Use Active Directory''''s security features and secure Active
Directory itself
Develop, implement, and troubleshoot group policies
Deploy a secure Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Secure remote access using VPNs via IPSec, SSL, SMB
signing,
LDAP signing, and more
Audit and monitor your systems, detect intrusions, and respond
appropriately
Maintain security and protect business continuity on an ongoing
basis"Once again, Roberta Bragg proves why she is a leading authority
in the security field! It''''s clear that Roberta has had a great deal
of experience in real-world security design and implementation. I''''m
grateful that this book provides clarity on what is often a
baffling subject!"James I. Conrad, MCSE 2003, Server+, Certified Ethical
Hacker
James@accusource.net"Full of relevant and insightful information. Certain to be a
staple reference book for anyone dealing with Windows Server 2003
security. Roberta Bragg''''s Windows Server 2003 Security is a
MUST read for anyone administering Windows Server 2003."Philip Cox, Consultant, SystemExperts Corporation
phil.cox@systemexperts.com"Few people in the security world understand and appreciate
every aspect of network security like Roberta Bragg. She is as
formidable a security mind as I have ever met, and this is
augmented by her ability to communicate the concepts clearly,
concisely, and with a rapier wit. I have enjoyed working with
Roberta more than I have on any of the other 20 some odd books to
which I have contributed. She is a giant in the field of network
security."Bob Reinsch
bob.reinsch@fosstraining.com"Windows Server 2003 Security explains why you should do
things and then tells you how to do it! It is a comprehensive guide
to Windows security that provides the information you need to
secure your systems. Read it and apply the information."Richard Siddaway, MCSE
rsiddaw@hotmail.com"Ms. Bragg''''s latest book is both easy to read and technically
accurate. It will be a valuable resource for network administrators
and anyone else dealing with Windows Server 2003 security."Michael VonTungeln, MCSE, CTT
mvontung@yahoo.com"I subscribe to a number of newsletters that Roberta Bragg
writes and I have ''''always'''' found her writing to be perfectly
focused on issues I ''''need'''' to know in my workplace when dealing
with my users. Her concise writing style and simple solutions bring
me back to her columns time after time. When I heard she had
written a guide on Windows 2003 security, I ''''had'''' to have it.Following her guidance on deployment, her advice on avoiding
common pitfalls, and her easy to follow guidelines on how to lock
down my network and user environments (those darned users!) has me
(and my clients) much more comfortable with our Win2k3 Server
deployments. From AD to GPO''''s to EFS, this book covers it all."Robert Laposta, MCP, MCSA, MCSE, Io Network Services, Sierra
Vista
AZrob.laposta@cox.net"Roberta Bragg has developed a ''''must have'''' manual for
administrators who manage Microsoft Windows 2003 servers in their
organizations. The best practices for strengthening security
controls are well organized with practical examples shared
throughout the book. If you work with Windows 2003, you need this
great resource."Harry L. Waldron, CPCU, CCP, AAI, Microsoft MVP - Windows
Security Information Technology Consultant
harrywaldronmvp@yahoo.com"Roberta Bragg''''s Windows Server 2003 Security offers more
than just lucid coverage of how things work, but also offers sound
advice on how to make them work better."Chris Quirk; MVP Windows shell/user
cquirke@mvps.org"This book is an invaluable resource for anyone concerned about
the security of Windows Server 2003. Despite the amount and
complexity of the material presented, Roberta delivers very
readable and clear coverage on most of the security-related aspects
of Microsoft''''s flagship operative system. Highly recommended
reading!"Valery Pryamikov, Security MVP, Harper Security Consulting
valery.pryamikov@harper.no"As long as you have something to do with Windows 2003, I have
four words for you: ''''Order your copy now.''''"Bernard Cheah, Microsoft IIS MVP, Infra Architect, Intel
Corp.
bernard@mvps.org"Roberta Bragg has developed a ''''must have'''' manual for
administrators who manage Microsoft Windows 2003 servers in their
organizations. The best practices for strengthening security
controls are well organized, with practical examples shared
throughout the book. If you work with Windows 2003, you need this
great resource."Harry L. Waldron
CPCU, CCP, AAI Microsoft MVPWindows Security Information
Technology Consultant
Sound Enterprise StrategiesA number of best practices when using Encrypted File System should be incorporated into your overall public key strategy, regardless of the size of your enterprise. Best practices for the use of certificate services and EFS will be provided in Chapter 12.Here are general best practices:Clear pagefile at shut down Sensitive information such as passwords and plaintext copies of data in encrypted files may remain in the pagefile. To ensure that an offline attacker cannot recover this information, clear the pagefile at shutdown.Encrypt temporary folders Many applications, including Microsoft Word, use temporary files to store changes to documents. If the temporary files used while modifying encrypted files are not themselves encrypted, there is a risk that they might be used to discover sensitive information.Use certificates issued by CAs It is not possible to successfully manage recovery of EFS-encrypted files without using a domain-based policy that incorporates PKI.Use more than one Data Recovery Agent per domain This allows backup in the event that recovery agent keys are damaged or lost. It also allows segmentation of encryption domains. That is, the person who is authorized to recover data belonging to the Production department can be a different person from the one authorized to recover data belonging to the Accounting department.Store the private keys of the DRAs on a disk, not on a production machine Private keys stored offline can be protected from a network-based attack.Use a Central Recovery workstation Isolating data under recovery can prevent data leaks during the process. Best practices for mobile users include the following:Provide physical protection If a laptop is lost or stolen, it eventually may be possible for an attacker to read the content of encrypted files.Join the computers to the domain Centralized management and recovery is possible in a domain environment, and there is less risk.Remove private keys from the machine and keep them separate, importing them when necessary to decrypt data Although extreme, this policy will help protect data files if mobile systems are lost or stolen.Encrypt the My Documents folder.Encrypt the temporary folders.Always create new files in an encrypted folder Don't create in plain text and then encrypt.Use offline folder encryption if offline folders are used.Use Syskey in Mode 2 or Mode 3 (password on boot floppy or manual password entry required) Using Syskey in this manner prevents the computer from being booted unless the boot floppy is inserted into the floppy drive or the password is entered at the console during boot. For an excellent overview of EFS in Windows XP and Server 2003, see the "Encrypting File System in Windows XP and Windows Server 2003" white paper at http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winxppro/deploy/cryptfs.mspx. |
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