Rand Report R-609, Security Controls for Computer Systems
This is reportedly the document that started computer security. It discusses intrusions, physical security, threats, policy considerations, and recommendations. Quite good.
Discover How To Harden My Filesystem HOWTOs
SANS Intrusion Detection FAQ
This is a great document that answers such questions as What is intrusion detection? and How do I know if I've been attacked?
SSLeay and SSLapps FAQ
SSLeay is a free implementation of Netscape's Secure Socket Layer - the software encryption protocol behind the Netscape Secure Server and the Netscape Navigator Browser.
The Linux NIS(YP)/NYS/NIS+ HOWTO
This document describes how to configure Linux as NIS(YP) or NIS+ client and how to install as NIS server.
Site Security Handbook
RFC2196 is a guide to developing computer security policies and procedures for sites that have systems on the Intenet. The purpose of this handbook is to provide practical guidance to administrators trying to secure their information and services. Th
Encryption HOWTO
This document will (eventually, more or less extensively) describe all major development activities around the Linux operating system that provide encryption features to the kernel.
