Linux .audit 101 "Tool for making security reports easy."

Frequently Asked Questions.

Question: Is this an IDS "Intrusion Detection System" like tripwire?
Answer: Not in the live sense no. You run it manually via the menu to create and compare report files.

Question: Does it require any running services?
Answer: No it's independet of all running services to be more universal.

Question: Why not have it email the report nightly?
Answer: That would defeat the reason of the report.

Question: What language is this written in?
Answer: Simple shell scripting. Idea is to not require gcc to customize and run on any linux system.

Question: Why do I have to be root to run this?
Answer: This program is for the owner / admin, not for any user of the system and performs task that should only be done as root.

Question: Does the firewall choice setup or modify iptables?
Answer: No it makes a report file of how iptables is setup and later will compare to open ports and give advice.

Question: What does this program do for me?
Answer: It not only creates a backup of important system files, it also makes report files that you can compare with a simple menu choice. You will also gain working knowledge of self-extracting tar files. One of which you can download for free on Installation Instruction page.