z/OS Security
This module explains the basic concepts of security and how they have been implemented on the IBM Z hardware and the z/OS operating system and its components. The module is structured to develop the student's understanding of information security from a business implementation perspective. This module is based on the text “Introduction to the New Mainframe: Security” which is available here. The topics covered in this module include:
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Security Concepts and Elements of Security
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How the hardware and architecture support security
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zSeries Operating Systems Security Overview
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Security Related Components of z/OS – Overview
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SAF and RACF
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Unix System Services Security
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Communications and Network Security
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Application Security
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Legal Issues
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Wrap-up/Conclusion – General discussion