{"id":23801,"date":"2022-08-24T17:34:20","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T09:34:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/?p=23801"},"modified":"2024-01-11T16:41:35","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T08:41:35","slug":"linux-vps-server-security-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exabytes.sg\/blog\/linux-vps-server-security-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"12+ Linux VPS Security Tips to Secure Your Server"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Linux<\/p>\n

Linux VPS server<\/a> is a virtual private server (VPS) with control optimization which gives webmasters and system administrators full root access or admin access.<\/p>\n

Most web hosting service providers offer a VPS server with Linux operating system.<\/p>\n

Most Linux VPS servers are cost-effective and hence considered a cheap hosting plan for someone looking for an affordable service.<\/p>\n

The dedicated resources which come along with a VPS server hosting plan<\/a> helps create a smooth and reliable user experience on websites and applications hosted on it.<\/p>\n

How to Secure VPS?<\/b><\/h3>\n

A <\/span>VPS server is one of the safest virtual environments for businesses to use and is a platform which is less prone to malware and virus attacks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is of primary importance for businesses first protect their VPS server.<\/p>\n

For this, extensive research about the web hosting company is required to choose the right provider like Exabytes which prioritizes security and transparency with Linux server.<\/p>\n

How to Secure VPS with These 12 Linux Server VPS Security Tips\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

\"Server<\/p>\n

1. SSH Port\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Attackers typically scan a VPS server with open ports such as 22 and make use of remote access to the SSH port to attack.<\/p>\n

It is mandatory to change the SSH default port through Linux server and install it with port 22 to get remote access to the server.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

2. Updated Software<\/b><\/h3>\n

Configure the operating system and keep checking what regular updates notification come regularly and implement them. <\/span><\/p>\n

Organizations need to keep updating cPanel<\/a> or Plesk to minimize the threats or malicious attacks on the OS.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

3. Disable IPv6<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"Disable<\/p>\n

According to various research, IPv6 is often used by hackers in VPS server to send malware and threats and leave a protocol in the server\u2019s operating system to exploit any security vulnerabilities or loopholes.<\/p>\n

To avoid this, a webmaster controller must regularly update their Linux server and disable IPv6 as a network service.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

4. Disable Root logins<\/b><\/h3>\n

A secure VPS server would allow root logins only for very limited number of users and from specific locations only.<\/p>\n

Every Linux server has root as a username, and hackers use the opportunity to crack the password to gain access via the root user.<\/p>\n

Therefore, disabling the root logins can add a higher level of security for a secure Linux VPS server hosting.<\/p>\n

For those who ask \u201chow to secure VPS\u201d \u2013 this is a possible answer.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

5. Disk Partitioning\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Operating system files of the Linux server are always in running mode and should be away from user files, third-party programs and tmp files.<\/p>\n

An experienced system administrator would always create a logical partitioning of the VPS server disk space to minimize the threat of losing files.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

6. Server Protection\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Businesses choose VPS server hosting<\/a> to experience the benefits of securing their system from external attack.<\/p>\n

Ensuring that a Linux VPS has updated systems software, OS version and anti-virus goes a long way in keeping the server protected at all times.<\/p>\n

Doing so is a also a VPS server management best practice.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

7. Linux OS Patching<\/b><\/h3>\n

If the Linux server operating system remains unpatched for a long time in the VPS server, there is a high chance of the data within the VPS server being compromised.<\/p>\n

Every webmaster an system administrator should perform periodic VPS server OS patching as part of their regular maintenance to avoid any unpleasant security issues.<\/b><\/p>\n

8. Server Logs Monitoring\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

VPS server security requires constant monitoring of server logs like the login information, failed uploads, threats, authentication failures, files sent and received, time-specific work and more detailed information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Linux servers are<\/span> under continuous scrutiny of the host administrators to ensure that the website is effectively running with zero compromises.\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

9. Strong Password policy\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

A strong password to protect Linux VPS server hosting should use at least 8 or more characters with a combination of a minimum of one numeric, one special, one uppercase and one lowercase character.<\/p>\n

Businesses should also invest to protect the website<\/a> and services hosted on a VPS server by creating a strong password policy.<\/p>\n

It also acts like a security layer in preventing brute-force attacks.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

10. Disable Unused Ports<\/b><\/h3>\n

A Linux server has several network ports open on them to enable installation and configuration of custom software to be used.<\/p>\n

When a large number of ports are left open and unused, they act like an open invitation to hackers to exploit vulnerabilities and hack a VPS server.<\/p>\n

Therefore, a system administrator must shut down all unused ports on a virtual private server.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

11. Firewall Configuration\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

\"Firewall<\/p>\n

It is extremely important to secure a VPS server from external attacks given that they could be used to host customer software and mission critical applications.<\/p>\n

A properly configured firewall on the network layer and a software firewall within the virtual private server itself acts as a security layer and helps fight against DDos<\/a> or distributed denial of service attacks.<\/p>\n

A firewall is a gatekeeper that setups the hosting plans through the Linux server and secures the VPS.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

12. Content Management System (CMS)<\/b><\/h3>\n

A CMS enables VPS server administration to publish, update and collaborate on digital content.<\/p>\n

Round Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It is in the best interest of a business to constantly update the website content. This is a practice which helps ensure a <\/span>virtual private server does not have vulnerabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Exabytes Singapore<\/span> dominates the South East Asia industry with the deployment of safe and secure <\/span>VPS server. <\/span><\/p>\n

Get <\/span>cheap Linux VPS hosting<\/span><\/a> for a faster and more secure experience. <\/span><\/p>\n

Contact us today<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

Related articles:<\/p>\n

Linux Hosting or Windows Hosting: Which is the Right for You<\/a><\/p>\n

cPanel Linux Server Security Best Practices<\/a><\/p>\n

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Basic Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n

What is a Linux server?<\/h4>\n

Linux server is a server which runs an operating system developed for personal computers using the Linux Kernel. A <\/span>linux vps server hosting allows for full root access which enables download and install of any application, software and package as may be needed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Its wide use in the market considering its control is the reason for growing demand for <\/span>VPS server.<\/p>\n

What is VPS?<\/a><\/h4>\n

A virtual Private Server or vps server is a virtual machine allotted by the service provider and comes with amazing benefits of being cost-effective, reliable, scalable, and secure.<\/p>\n

There are two kinds of vps server offered by web hosting providers<\/a>.<\/p>\n