People can argue all day about the pros and cons of VMware ESX security, but I want to give you 10 specific recommendations you can implement today. At VMWORLD 2006, I offered these 10 recommendations to improve ESX security in your shop.
- Use Firewall and Antivirus software for COS. Just as in any other operating system, this provides basic protection
- Use VLANs to segment the physical network so only machines that are required to see each other are able to do so
- When installing ESX, use security=high
- Do not allow root level access over SSH and use secure commands
- Disable all unnecessary services in console OS
- Use VirtualCenter to help you manage granular security access
- Stay current with ESX patches
- Harden Guest Operating Systems
- Control User Level Access using VirtualCenter
- Document and monitor configuration changes in your environment, especially changes in security settings
You can download a PDF of my presentation materials here.
Hope these recommendations provide you with a more secure virtual environment.
Alex

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