CCNA Security Exam Cram (Exam IINS 640-553)

Network Security Policies

Site Security Handbook, RFC 2196, B. Fraser, ed.

http://www.ietf.org/rfc/rfc2196.txt

RFC 2196 is the IETF’s Site Security Handbook. Reading from the abstract:

“This handbook is a guide to developing security policies and procedures for sites that have systems on the Internet. The purpose of this handbook is to provide practical guidance to administrators trying to secure their information and services. The subjects covered include policy content and formation, a broad range of technical system and network security topics, and security incident response.”

Although the handbook might be old, that doesn’t mean it’s dated. There is some good practical advice contained within its pages, and it makes a good read ...