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Old 11-01-2007, 12:41 AM Ensureing Security
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bit of a newb to running my own server. bare with me please

I set up a Mac Mini to act as a web site...very small web site...only a few people will be view it...however, I just want to make sure it is secured.

What are some crucial settings that need to be set to ensure there are no intruders?

Also on a mac, I have a domain pointing to my IP, which displays files inside the HD > Library > WebServer > Documents

Inside Documents, I have phpMyAdmin...which is totally insecure and open to the world. Should I just remove the folder and only put it in when I need it? or is there a more secure place I can permanently put it? What about password protection?

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Old 11-01-2007, 05:22 AM Re: Ensureing Security
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change the folder name is the simplest step of all

the script kiddie crackers only search for common names when looking for security holes.
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