Network intrusion detection and prevention defenses

MUST READ Using Snort 2.8.3 to inspect HTTP traffic TIP - Learn about the new features in Snort 2.8.3 that can help you inspect HTTP traffic more efficiently. Snort FAQS - In this FAQ guide, Richard Bejtlich, director of incident response at General Electric Company in Manassas, Va., answers the most frequently asked questions about Snort. Secure IDS deployment best practices TIP - Using open source IDS Snort as an example, this tip offers eight best practices for securely deploying a network intrusion detection system. How to test Snort TIP - VARs should test Snort to ensure the open source IDS is detecting malicious activity. Snort limitations TIP - Learn about the limitations and capabilities of Snort, including the implications of running the network inspection and control system in active and passive mode.

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	Understanding Snort's Unified2 output Submitted By: SearchSecurityChannel.com | 20 Nov 2008 TIP - Learn how to use Snort's Unified2 output to convey details of alerts.

	Network security algorithms introduction Submitted By: Syngress | 19 Nov 2008 TIP - This section of our chapter excerpt discusses the growing importance of real-time intrusion detection and how network algorithmics will help to sustain this growth.

	Using Snort 2.8.3 to inspect HTTP traffic Submitted By: SearchSecurityChannel.com | 03 Nov 2008 TIP - Learn about the new features in Snort 2.8.3 that can help you inspect HTTP traffic more efficiently.

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	Host-based IDS/IPS Partner Program Directory SearchSecurityChannel.com | 15 Dec 2008 PARTNER PROGRAM DIRECTORY - With a number of host-based IDS/IPS vendors in the market, our Partner Program Directory helps to compare the benefits of various vendors' programs.

	Detecting worms Syngress | 19 Nov 2008 CHAPTER DOWNLOAD - This section of our chapter excerpt describes how to detect worms with technolgies such as Code Red and the Slammer and the difficulties presented by each.

	IP traceback via logging Syngress | 19 Nov 2008 CHAPTER DOWNLOAD - This section of our chapter excerpt describes how to respond to an intrusion attack by implementing Bloom filters and using packet logs.

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