Links

Organizations must protect their most valuable, digital assets in an intelligent, measurable way. This is why Superior Solutions, Inc. security experts offer intelligent strategies that simplify security while fortifying the organization. The following tools and links are provided as a service to help in that regard.

Tools

TOOLS

Hacking Tools - Looking for the best security tools? Check out this great list complied by insecure.org. Anyone in the security field would be well advised to go over the list and investigate tools they are unfamiliar with.

Linux Hacking CDs - This page is here to provide a comprehensive, easy-to-search list of all available bootable Linux-based Live CDs. Many different configurations are available including some for hacking, forensics, firewall, and security. 


CERTIFICATION LINKS

CompTIA - CompTIA certification programs including Security +, are the recognized industry standards for foundational-level information technology IT skills.

ASIS - As the emphasis on protecting people, property, and information increases, it has strengthened the demand for professional managers. To meet these needs, the ASIS International administers the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification program.

EC-Council - EC-Council offers a portfolio of e-Business certifications including ethical hacking (CEH) and forensics for professionals seeking specialized knowledge and advancement in career opportunities.

ISC2 - A global, not-for-profit organization dedicated to Maintaining a Common Body of Knowledge for Information Security [IS] and certifying industry professionals and practitioners in an international IS standard administering training and certification examinations. 


Information Systems Audit and Control Association - ISACA offers two well-known security certifications: Certified Information Security Auditor "CISA" and the the Certified Information Security Manager "CISM" certification. Testing is performed twice a year.

Check Point Certification Program - The Check Point Certified Professional (CPS) program enables you to gain security expertise with Check Point products. Those planning on self study should order the CPTS-DOC-VPN-01-S-NGFP3 and CPTS-DOC-VPN-02-S-NGFP3 courseware.

Security Certified Program - The Security Certified Program offers two levels of certifications: The Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) program which is about defense and the Security Certified Network Architect (SCNA) program which is about trust. Both programs require the completion of two exams.

 

SECURITY INFORMATION SITES

ICAT - The ICAT Metabase is a searchable index of computer vulnerabilities. ICAT links users into a variety of publicly available vulnerability databases and patch sites, thus, enabling users to find and fix the vulnerabilities existing on their systems.

Security Forest- A great site for vulnerability research.  Security Forest is an exploitation framework similar to Metasploit. 

TechTarget - Targeted media for IT networking and security professionals.