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Ensuring security on i runbook
Computer system security is important for businesses in the midrange. The AS/400 is known for it's security, but the strength of the security depends on having it set up right. With increased regulations regarding information, having a sound security... Runbook
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iSeries security -- Fact or Fiction?
Security expert Carol Woodbury provides advice to Search400.com's members on a regular basis. Do you feel you're also an iSeries security guru? Test your knowledge against some of Carol's Q&As. Quiz
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iSeries security word scramble
How well do you know common iSeries security terms? Test your security smarts with our iSeries word scramble. See if you can unscramble these 14 iSeries security-related words. Quiz
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Learning guide: Simple steps to a secure iSeries
This organized list will guide you along your way to maintaining a secure iSeries system. Undoubtedly, the iSeries is one of the most secure platforms out there, but don't be mistaken in thinking that it is untouchable. Address the basic security iss... Learning Guide
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iSeries/i5 security: Crossword puzzle
Try to solve our i5 security crossword puzzle. Quiz
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More consolidation in the i world: Audax purchases Bytware
Audax Group, the private equity firm that owns Help/Systems and recently purchased PowerTech, has added another company to their nest, Bytware. Is this consolidation good for innovation in the AS/400 marketplace? News | 07 Oct 2008
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System i security: It's people
A recent survey by iSeries security software company PowerTech found that it isn't the hardware or software causing security breaches on System i. It's improper password implementation and other people security issues. Article | 08 Nov 2006
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IBM unveils SecureBlue
IBM unveiled a major security overhaul Monday, saying it will "greatly increase" the security of consumer products, medical devices, government applications and digital media. Developed by IBM Research and codenamed "SecureBlue," the new technology a... Article | 12 Apr 2006
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PowerTech acquires TriAWorks
iSeries security company buys SSO software vendor to take advantage of IBM's Enterprise Identity Mapping capabilities. Article | 19 May 2005
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Linux, security skills projected hot for 2005
IT workers looking to improve their standing in the job market should look to open source, Web services and security-related skill and certification sets, according to recent research. Article | 29 Dec 2004
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Answers to iSeries security -- Fact or Fiction?
Answers to iSeries security -- Fact or Fiction? Article | 30 Aug 2004
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iSeries security -- Fact or Fiction?
Security expert Carol Woodbury provides advice to Search400.com's members on a regular basis. Do you feel you're also a iSeries security guru? Test your knowledge against some of Carol's recent Q&As below. Mark each question with either a True or Fal... Article | 30 Aug 2004
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Word search #3: iSeries security
Are you a secure enough iSeries user to take this word search challenge? Test your skills at our latest iSeries word search puzzle. Keep your eyes open, you never know who's looking over your shoulder or system! Article | 12 Jul 2004
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Password -- How to specify numeric
Search400.com expert Ken Graap shares this tip on how to specify a numeric password. Article | 02 Jun 2004
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iSeries authority -- How the system checks it
When a user attempts to perform an operation on an object, the system verifies that the user has adequate authority for the operation. The system first checks authority to the library or directory path that contains the object. If the authority to t... Article | 14 May 2004
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IBM i security tightening: Preventing data theft
A firewall should be the first line of defense to protect your IBM i system, but not the only security measure you take. Rich Loeber counsels you to not ignore the enemy within. Build strong object level controls and restrict *ALLJOB access. Tip
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Developing a security incident response system for System i
Any security officers working with IBM System i need to organize a security incident response system to handle incidents of varying severity. Tip
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Setting up security for programmers on IBM i
Programmers working on an AS/400 need greater security access than a standard user, but determining how much access they should get isn't always easy. Rich Loeber provides tips on what options exist and guidelines for determining which option will wo... Tip
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Checking in on your IBM i authorization lists
Have you ever created an object on the AS/400 without making sure the necessary authorization list is attached? By using some common commands, you can secure your IBM i, and audit objects and fix mistakes. The necessary commands include DSPAUTLOBJ AU... Tip
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Strategies for securing IBM i production files
This tip offers an overview of the process for securing production files on IBM i. Learn how to best secure native objects, including data files, on the AS/400. Walk through the steps from setting system security, access strategy, object level securi... Tip
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PCI data security standards and the System i
The System i OS can be a very handy platform to build a secure environment for PCI processing. But the first step to acheiving PCI DSS compliance is knowing what is required. Rich Loeber goes through the requirements and explains what aspects of AS/4... Tip
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Securing the integrated file system on IBM System i
Securing the nested directory files within the integrated file system (IFS) on the AS/400 requires a different strategy than the more familiar native file system. The IFS includes the familar native file system (QSYS.LIB) as well as the QDLS file sys... Tip
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Contextual security on IBM i: Limit user profile access
When securing databases on IBM i, you must limit user profile access based on your company's specific requirements. You can define context-based security by implementing an exit point security program or by using adopted authority or profile swapping... Tip
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Time for a security checkup for your i
Conducting an annual system security checkup on your AS/400 will prevent you from discovering some unwanted New Year's surprises. Rich Loeber recommends steps including checking security settings, ensuring that your user profiles are up to date with ... Tip
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Security monitoring on IBM i: Watching your super users
Users with full access to the AS/400 need to be monitored for security. Here, Rich Loeber explains how the system security journal can be used to accomplish this task. Additional security auditing can also be set up to make sure that your super users... Tip
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Blocking AS/400 DB2 users
To block DB2 users from altering data using WinSQL tool, a security software tool may be the best bet for true protection. Ask the Expert
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Trouble accessing IFS path from Win2k3 server
What to do when an application is published in IFS from Win2k3 server, and users are unable to access the shared folder on AS/400. Ask the Expert
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Changing password security levels and upgrading operating systems on the IBM i
Before changing password levels and upgrading operating systems on the AS/400, ensure the clients connecting to the NetServer do not need the old Lanman password and customize the sign-on screen that provides a 128-character password field. Ask the Expert
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Provide authorization in order for a user to start a subsystem within startup routine
Look in the audit journal (QAUDJRN) on the AS/400 for an authority failure message with the name of the library as the object name. Use the information provided by the DSPAUDJRNE command to solve the problem. Ask the Expert
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Determine the value of parameter UPPWEI in the DSPUSRPRF field
The UPPWEI field corresponds to the password expiration interval field, and its values "0" and "-1" represent the *SYSVAL and *NOXMAX commands. Ask the Expert
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Define journal code value "K"
On AS/400, the journal type AF subtype K, shows that a user profile lacks the special authority required by the function attempting to run. Ask the Expert
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Resolving AS/400 error messages regarding attempts to use an object without authority
When error messages arise concerning attempts to use a permanent system object without authority, find the source of the issue by looking for an AF subtype A entry where the object name is. Ask the Expert
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Modify content within a journal receiver file
Journal receivers are object types and entries cannot be fully deleted, as the i5/OS feature preserves the integrity of the information within them. Ask the Expert
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Prevent insiders with *READ or *USE access from circumventing object authority on IBM i
Users with *READ or *USE access can only circumvent the object authority if they have *ALLOBJ special authority, or find a way to gain more authority. Ask the Expert
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Change password parameters on the AS/400 without deactivating user's passwords
Changing the QPWDMINLEN parameter or other password values will not deactivate user account passwords. The change will take affect the next time users change their passwords. Ask the Expert
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IBM i security tightening: Preventing data theft
A firewall should be the first line of defense to protect your IBM i system, but not the only security measure you take. Rich Loeber counsels you to not ignore the enemy within. Build strong object level controls and restrict *ALLJOB access. Tip
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Developing a security incident response system for System i
Any security officers working with IBM System i need to organize a security incident response system to handle incidents of varying severity. Tip
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Setting up security for programmers on IBM i
Programmers working on an AS/400 need greater security access than a standard user, but determining how much access they should get isn't always easy. Rich Loeber provides tips on what options exist and guidelines for determining which option will wo... Tip
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Blocking AS/400 DB2 users
To block DB2 users from altering data using WinSQL tool, a security software tool may be the best bet for true protection. Ask the Expert
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Trouble accessing IFS path from Win2k3 server
What to do when an application is published in IFS from Win2k3 server, and users are unable to access the shared folder on AS/400. Ask the Expert
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Checking in on your IBM i authorization lists
Have you ever created an object on the AS/400 without making sure the necessary authorization list is attached? By using some common commands, you can secure your IBM i, and audit objects and fix mistakes. The necessary commands include DSPAUTLOBJ AU... Tip
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Strategies for securing IBM i production files
This tip offers an overview of the process for securing production files on IBM i. Learn how to best secure native objects, including data files, on the AS/400. Walk through the steps from setting system security, access strategy, object level securi... Tip
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Changing password security levels and upgrading operating systems on the IBM i
Before changing password levels and upgrading operating systems on the AS/400, ensure the clients connecting to the NetServer do not need the old Lanman password and customize the sign-on screen that provides a 128-character password field. Ask the Expert
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Provide authorization in order for a user to start a subsystem within startup routine
Look in the audit journal (QAUDJRN) on the AS/400 for an authority failure message with the name of the library as the object name. Use the information provided by the DSPAUDJRNE command to solve the problem. Ask the Expert
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Determine the value of parameter UPPWEI in the DSPUSRPRF field
The UPPWEI field corresponds to the password expiration interval field, and its values "0" and "-1" represent the *SYSVAL and *NOXMAX commands. Ask the Expert
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