Hack the Stack: Using Snort and Ethereal to Master the 8 Layers of an Insecure Network

Appendix A: Risk Mitigation: Securing the Stack

Introduction

Listed within this appendix is a layer-by-layer list of system security information that is useful when analyzing security and exploring ways to reduce vulnerabilities.

Physical

The check list shown in Table A.1 contains some common physical layer issues that can be reviewed to help measure overall physical security. While not all inclusive, it offers a good starting point.

Table A.1: Common Physical Layer Issues

Issue

Finding

Is there perimeter security?

Yes

No

If fence is present, what height is it?

2 3 feet

4 5 feet

6 feet or taller

Is exterior lighting adequate to deter intruders?

Yes

No

Is CCTV being used?

Yes

No

Are exterior doors secured?

Yes

No

Is access control being used at building entries?

Access card

Lock

Token

Biometric

Guard

No access control

Are dumpsters in an area where the public can access?

Yes

No

Are sensitive items shredded or destroyed before being discarded?

Yes

No

Do interior areas have access control?

Yes

No

Are the servers in a secure location?

Yes

No

Does the server room have protection on all six sides?

Yes

No

Are end users allowed uncontrolled access to Universal

Yes

Serial Bus (USB) ports or Compact Disc (CD)/Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) burners?

No

Data Link

Issues on the data link layer are primarily concerned with access and network control.The checklist shown in Table A.2 can help measure security at this layer.

Table A.2: Common Data Link Layer Issues

Issue

Finding

Are any hubs being used?

Yes

No

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