Scarfone, K.
, Jansen, W.
and Tracy, M.
(2008),
Guide to General Server Security, Special Publication (NIST SP), National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD, [online], https://tsapps.nist.gov/publication/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=890008
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Guide to General Server Security
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Abstract
The purpose of this document is to assist organizations in understanding the fundamental activities performed as part of securing and maintaining the security of servers that provide services over network communications as a main function. The document discusses the need to secure servers and provides recommendations for selecting, implementing, and maintaining the necessary security controls.Citation
Special Publication (NIST SP) - 800-123
Report Number
800-123
NIST Pub Series
Pub Type
NIST Pubs
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Keywords
host security, server security
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Created July 25, 2008, Updated May 4, 2021