Hardening an Ubuntu Server: Essential Steps

Hardening an Ubuntu server is a critical practice to protect any infrastructure exposed to the internet. Below are key steps to strengthen security, including a summary table of each configuration and its effect. 🔐 Step 1: Create a secure user and use SSH keys Disabling direct access to the root user and using a limited user with SSH keys improves traceability and removes one of the most common attack vectors. …

28 January 2025 · 3 min  · Español