FYIs are stable identifiers for a series of "For Your Information" documents. An FYI consists of a single RFC on general interest topics relating to the Internet. The collection may also be empty. The FYI subseries was retired in 2011.
RFC 2196: FYI 8: Site Security Handbook
Informational
- B. Fraser
- September 1997
- IETF publication
- User Services Area
Abstract
This handbook is a guide to developing computer security policies and procedures for sites that have systems on the Internet. The purpose of this handbook is to provide practical guidance to administrators trying to secure their information and services. The subjects covered include policy content and formation, a broad range of technical system and network security topics, and security incident response. This memo provides information for the Internet community. It does not specify an Internet standard of any kind.
Abstract
This handbook is a guide to developing computer security policies and procedures for sites that have systems on the Internet. The purpose of this handbook is to provide practical guidance to administrators trying to secure their information and services. The subjects covered include policy content and formation, a broad range of technical system and network security topics, and security incident response. This memo provides information for the Internet community. It does not specify an Internet standard of any kind.