Protecting data hosted on a webserver can be a daunting task. Developing strategies for identifying potential vulnerabilities can provide vital information on security issues in a webserver or computer network. This session will cover the concepts of least privilege, identifying security risks, and the usage of network scanning tools. While discussing how to evaluate your needs, I will also give tips for hardening MySQL, Apache, honing your network monitoring skills, and discuss the role of vulnerability assessments in securing your network environment.