Mark Burnett
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Mark Burnett (mburnett@xato.net) is an independent consultant specializing in Windows security. He is a Security MVP and the author of several books, including Perfect Passwords and Hacking the Code (Syngress). Visit Mark’s blog at xato.net.
Email address: mburnett@xato.net
Web site: http://xato.net
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Secure Your DNS Servers
DNS has been around forever, so it can be easy to forget how vital a properly configured DNS server is for stopping DoS and other attacks. A few steps can secure your DNS implementation, whether you use Microsoft DNS or BIND.
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Microsoft DNS vs. BIND
A comparison of the merits of Microsoft DNS and BIND for security.
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May 8, 2008 |
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Tips for Securing WordPress
A hacked blog can be a PR nightmare. Stop it from happening to you by taking some precautions: Use SSL for administration, and set correct permissions.
Windows IT Pro
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November 1, 2007 |
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15 Tips for VMware Security
Protect your virtual machine host and guests by isolating them from the rest of your network and each other.
Windows IT Pro
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June 7, 2007 |
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NTFS Secrets
Seven nuggets of information about how the Windows file system actually works in practice will save you time and frustration when working with file permissions.
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March 15, 2007 |
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Bounce Unwanted Files Out of Your Folders
A new file screening tool in the Windows 2003 R2 File Server Resource Manager toolset lets you block certain files or file types from entering a folder or notify an administrator about the files and take some action.
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February 8, 2007 |
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Windows Firewall Auditing
Regularly auditing the firewall configuration settings for the systems you manage keeps accumulated misconfigurations from compromising your protection. A useful script lets you easily audit your systems’ firewall configurations.
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DNS Annoyances
Get a handle on DNS annoyances--small but irritating problems that can affect the performance of your network--and use DNS to its full potential.
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More DNS Tips
Besides just plain DNS annoyances, we have some great tips for working with DNS.
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November 20, 2006 |
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Hardening Service Applications
Harden third-party software and reduce your security risk—create a user account for your software application to run on and grant it only the privileges necessary to do its job.
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September 18, 2006 |
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How I Secured One Company's Network
Here's one way to secure a network while maintaining usability—using virtual machines, a virtual network, and Log Parser, and preinstalling common ActiveX components.
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Segregate Your DNS Servers
The key to effective DNS design in the enterprise is to segregate DNS servers into distinct roles. Here's how to set it up.
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DNS Threats
Learn about the most common threats that plague typical DNS infrastructures.
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A Real-World Network Makeover
Thinking of a complete network makeover? This article walks you through the process at a wireless ISP called UtahWISP.
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November 21, 2005 |
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Use Guest Accounts to Fight Malware
Make Guest accounts a part of your least-privilege strategy, to reduce exposure to malware attacks through vulnerable applications such as Web browsers and email.
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September 20, 2005 |
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Update Management for SMBs
Despite access to WSUS and third-party patch management solutions, many small and midsized businesses haven't implemented an update management plan. Here's a ready-made plan that you can easily adopt.
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February 15, 2005 |
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Tips for Tightening User Account Security
User authentication is the foundation of the Windows security mechanism. Take these simple steps to tighten your user accounts.
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January 18, 2005 |
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Setting Up Network Access Quarantine Control
Find out how to use Windows 2003's Network Access Quarantine Control to prevent noncompliant systems from connecting to your network.
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December 20, 2004 |
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Tips for Securing IIS
Use these best practices to make your IIS servers more resistant to attack.
Windows IT Pro
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August 23, 2004 |
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Packet Filtering and Windows
Learn the pros and cons of the various Windows packet-filtering options and how to decide which is best for your situation.
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