Maximum Security, Third Edition

Chapter 24. VAX/VMS

In This Chapter

• The History of the VAX

• VMS

• Security in VMS

• Some Old Vulnerabilities

• Auditing and Monitoring

• Changing Times

Although the world of VMS is a bit dated, VAX/VMS machines are by no means extinct. This chapter goes over some of the security features for VMS, and includes a short catch-up course for those unfamiliar with the platform. Even if you do not administer or maintain VAX/VMS systems, you might find this chapter somewhat useful, if for no other reason than the VAX's relevance in computing history.

The History of the VAX

To begin the lesson, I will start with a brief overview of the rise of Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), the company that manufactured the once-popular product, the VAX (virtual address extension). ...