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I will harden, secure your linux server and vps
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Is your Linux VPS running with default, insecure settings?
Most VPS providers (DigitalOcean, OVH, Linode, AWS...) hand you a server with weak defaults: password-based SSH login, no firewall, root access wide open, and no protection against brute-force attacks. That's exactly what bots scan for, 24/7.
I'll harden your Linux server using industry-standard practices a documented, measurable process, not just a generic checklist.
What you get:
- SSH hardened: key-only auth, root login disabled, brute-force limits
- UFW firewall configured (deny-by-default)
- Fail2ban set up to auto-block malicious IPs
- Unnecessary services disabled to reduce attack surface
- Network-level hardening (sysctl: anti-spoofing, SYN flood protection)
- Before/after security score (Lynis) so you can see the real improvement
Higher tiers add: password policies, legal access banners, rootkit scanning (rkhunter), system auditing (auditd), and file integrity monitoring (AIDE).
Compatible with: Ubuntu, Debian (other distros on request)
Every order includes a written report showing exactly what was changed and why.
Message me before ordering if you are not sure which package fits your setup.
Operating system:
Linux
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Unix
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What information do you need to get started?
I'll need SSH access to your VPS (IP address, a temporary SSH key or password, and root/sudo access). I'll walk you through generating a dedicated SSH key if you don't already have one.
Will I lose access to my server during the process?
No. I always verify new SSH key access works from a second connection before disabling password login or making any change that could lock you out.
No. I always verify new SSH key access works from a second connection before disabling password login or making any change that could lock you out.
No problem — I'll audit what's in place first and only apply what's missing, so you're not paying for redundant work.
Do you support CentOS/RHEL or other distros?
My core process is built and tested on Ubuntu/Debian. Other distros are possible on request — message me first to confirm compatibility.
Will this slow down my server or break my applications?
No. Hardening targets access control and system-level settings — it doesn't touch your applications, databases, or websites. I test SSH access before finishing the job to confirm everything works.
Can you also set up ongoing monitoring or maintenance?
That's not included in this gig, but feel free to message me — I may be able to help separately.
