Chapter 8. Architecting an IDS/IPS Range

In this chapter, we will learn the techniques of designing and building a variety of IDS/IPS capabilities into our network range. We will also look at the deployment of typical host and endpoint security configurations. We will discuss the following topics:

  • Deploying a network-based IDS
  • Implementing a host-based IPS and endpoint security
  • Working with virtual switches
  • Evasion

This chapter will provide us with a methodology to use when we encounter a number of different monitoring devices. In this chapter, we will look at evasion, that is, techniques to avoid detection. While this is a popular topic, as a professional security tester, the reality is that it is rarely asked for; furthermore, it is dependent on ...

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