Download or read book Computer Security written by John S. Potts and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2002 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We live in a wired society, with computers containing and passing around vital information on both personal and public matters. Keeping this data safe is of paramount concern to all. Yet, not a day seems able to pass without some new threat to our computers. Unfortunately, the march of technology has given us the benefits of computers and electronic tools, while also opening us to unforeseen dangers. Identity theft, electronic spying, and the like are now standard worries. In the effort to defend both personal privacy and crucial databases, computer security has become a key industry. A vast array of companies devoted to defending computers from hackers and viruses have cropped up. Research and academic institutions devote a considerable amount of time and effort to the study of information systems and computer security. Anyone with access to a computer needs to be aware of the developing trends and growth of computer security. To that end, this book presents a comprehensive and carefully selected bibliography of the literature most relevant to understanding computer security. Following the bibliography section, continued access is provided via author, title, and subject indexes. With such a format, this book serves as an important guide and reference tool in the defence of our computerised culture.
Download or read book Introduction to Security written by Robert J. Fischer and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1998 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This sixth edition of Introduction to Security upholds the book's tradition of informing readers of contemporary security issues from security equipment and procedures to management and loss prevention theory. This new edition has been updated with the most current information available in the constantly changing security field. Introduction to Security, Sixth Edition introduces readers to the options used to deal with a variety of today's security dilemmas. Two important new chapters on workplace violence and drugs in the workplace have been added. Each chapter is followed up with essay and short-answer questions to challenge readers. This book continues to provide the most comprehensive coverage of security issues for the novice, while providing enough detail that experienced security managers will learn about current issues and changes in the profession. Administration Department at Western Illinois University, where he administers a program with more than 1000 undergraduate and 150 graduate students. He earned his Ph.D. in education administration from Southern Illinois University in 1981. Dr. Fischer has served as a consultant to many organizations, including publishers, private security firms, and retailers, and as a contract consultant on police training issues for the Illinois Local Government Police Training Board since 1989. Dr. Fischer is a member of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, The Illinois Association of Criminal Justice Educators, and the American Society for Industrial Security.
Download or read book Official ISC 2 Guide to the CISSP CBK written by CISSP, Steven Hernandez and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 1108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The urgency for a global standard of excellence for those who protect the networked world has never been greater. (ISC)2 created the information security industry's first and only CBK, a global compendium of information security topics. Continually updated to incorporate rapidly changing technologies and threats, the CBK conti
Download or read book Introduction to Security written by Robert Fischer and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2004-01-24 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction to Security, Seventh Edition, presents the latest in security issues from security equipment and design theory to security management practice. This complete revision of the classic textbook has been reorganized to reflect the industry changes since the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks. It includes new coverage throughout of terrorism as it relates to cargo and travel security, potential areas of attack and target hardening techniques, and the use of current technologies to combat new threats. The book begins with a new chapter on the development of Homeland Security in the United States. Traditional physical and guard security is covered in addition to advances in the electronic and computer security areas, including biometric security, access control, CCTV surveillance advances, as well as the growing computer security issues of identity theft and computer fraud. The Seventh Edition provides the most comprehensive breakdown of security issues for the student while detailing the latest trends, legislation, and technology in the private and government sectors for real-world application in students' future careers. As the definitive resource for anyone entering or currently working in the security industry, this book will also benefit law enforcement personnel, security consultants, security managers, security guards and other security professionals, and individuals responsible for Homeland Security. * Examines the attacks of September 11th, 2001 and the lasting impact on the security industry* Expanded figures and photographs support new coverage of emerging security issues* Recommended reading for the American Society for Industrial Security's (ASIS) Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and Physical Security Professional (PSP) exams
Download or read book Firewalls and Internet Security Conference 1996 written by Peter Tippett and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1998-06 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first Nat. Computer Security Assoc. conf. dedicated to the exchange of ideas, policies & methodologies for implementing practical internet security. Brings together experts to address the key issues in this rapidly evolving field. Includes: the electronic intrusion threat on public networks; identifying network security vulnerabilities; the Internet & security; establishing an Internet security policy; evaluating & testing firewalls; malicious software on the Internet; security on the World Wide Web; social engineering: the non-technical threat; Sterling Software; IBM: NetSP Secured Network Gateway, & much more.
Download or read book Electronic Highway Infrastructure Development and Information Services in Arizona written by Mark Goldstein and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1998-10 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents recommendations, analysis, and process descriptions intended to redefine, broaden, and make more meaningful the ongoing efforts of the Arizona Electronic Highway Users Group. Addresses telecomm. trends and resources for local gov't., model telecomm. ordinances, right-of-way coord., licensing/franchising and revenue stream protection, locating and permitting wireless providers, emergency/public safety commun., telecommuting and teleconf., public electronic access to info. and services, e-mail and Internet use policy, computer security, ergonomics and human factors, info. tech. mgmt., year 2000 software issues, etc.
Download or read book Information Security Management Handbook on CD ROM 2006 Edition written by Micki Krause and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2006-04-06 with total page 4346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The need for information security management has never been greater. With constantly changing technology, external intrusions, and internal thefts of data, information security officers face threats at every turn. The Information Security Management Handbook on CD-ROM, 2006 Edition is now available. Containing the complete contents of the Information Security Management Handbook, this is a resource that is portable, linked and searchable by keyword. In addition to an electronic version of the most comprehensive resource for information security management, this CD-ROM contains an extra volume's worth of information that is not found anywhere else, including chapters from other security and networking books that have never appeared in the print editions. Exportable text and hard copies are available at the click of a mouse. The Handbook's numerous authors present the ten domains of the Information Security Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) ®. The CD-ROM serves as an everyday reference for information security practitioners and an important tool for any one preparing for the Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) ® examination. New content to this Edition: Sensitive/Critical Data Access Controls Role-Based Access Control Smartcards A Guide to Evaluating Tokens Identity Management-Benefits and Challenges An Examination of Firewall Architectures The Five "W's" and Designing a Secure Identity Based Self-Defending Network Maintaining Network Security-Availability via Intelligent Agents PBX Firewalls: Closing the Back Door Voice over WLAN Spam Wars: How to Deal with Junk E-Mail Auditing the Telephony System: Defenses against Communications Security Breaches and Toll Fraud The "Controls" Matrix Information Security Governance
Download or read book International Banking and Information Security Conference 1997 written by Don Krysakowski and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1998-06 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Proceedings of a conference on the risks to the banking industry posed by its subscribing to a variety of new information-based technologies and risks for the entire international banking industry. The conference explores what risks do exist and what steps are being taken to reduce the risks. Includes: technology versus security: challenges to modern banking; successful on-line banking: a true story; a study into financial infrastructure vulnerabilites; introducing "trust" and back-end protection to virtual bankers; information security basics in banking for the non-technician: a four-part tutorial, and much more.
Download or read book Safeguarding Your Technology written by Tom Szuba and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Maximum Security written by Anonymous and published by Que Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 910 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully revised to cover the latest security technologies, this third edition provides comprehensive, platform-by-platform coverage of security issues and includes clear descriptions of the most common techniques hackers use to penetrate systems. The CD-ROM includes security products, code examples, and utilities.
Download or read book Handbook of Information Security Management written by Harold F. Tipton and published by Auerbach Publications. This book was released on 1997-12-15 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Executive Guide to Computer Viruses written by Charles Ritstein and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 1993 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed for the busy executive. Provides a clear understanding of viruses and the detrimental effect they could have on an organization. Includes step-by-step methods to disinfect your computer.
Download or read book Secure Computing written by Rita C. Summers and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1997 with total page 730 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The breadth of coverage and the attention to real-world context make this authoritative book unique in its treatment of an extremely hot topic--the security of computers, computer networks, and the information that they handle. Summers presents security principles and techniques in a coherent framework, using case histories and examples to drive home important points.
Download or read book Advanced Persistent Threats in Cybersecurity Cyber Warfare written by Nicolae Sfetcu and published by MultiMedia Publishing. This book was released on 2024-06-22 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), including their characteristics, origins, methods, consequences, and defense strategies, with a focus on detecting these threats. It explores the concept of advanced persistent threats in the context of cyber security and cyber warfare. APTs represent one of the most insidious and challenging forms of cyber threats, characterized by their sophistication, persistence, and targeted nature. The paper examines the origins, characteristics and methods used by APT actors. It also explores the complexities associated with APT detection, analyzing the evolving tactics used by threat actors and the corresponding advances in detection methodologies. It highlights the importance of a multi-faceted approach that integrates technological innovations with proactive defense strategies to effectively identify and mitigate APT. CONTENTS: Abstract Introduction - Cybersecurity - - Challenges in cyber security - - Solutions in cyber security - Cyber warfare - - Challenges in maintaining cybersecurity - - Implications of cyber warfare Advanced Persistent Threats - Definition of APT - History of APT - Features of APT - APT methods, techniques, and models - - APT life cycle - - Consequences of APT attacks - Defense strategies - Related works - Case studies - - Titan Rain - - Sykipot - - GhostNet - - Stuxnet - - Operation Aurora - - Duque - - RSA SecureID attack - - Flame - - Carbanak - - Red October - - Other APT attacks - - Common characteristics - Opportunities and challenges - Observations on APT attacks APT detection - Features of advanced persistent threats - Evolution of APT tactics - Ways to detect APT - - Traffic analytics - - Technological approaches to APT detection - - Integrating data science and artificial intelligence - Proactive defense strategies - Related works - Notes on APT detection Conclusions Bibliography DOI: 10.58679/MM28378
Download or read book Information Security Management Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Handbook of Information Secutity Management written by Harold F. Tipton and published by Auerbach Publications. This book was released on 1999 with total page 818 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Completely revised and updated, the 1999 edition of Handbook of Information Security Management reveals the precise nuts and bolts of exactly how to handle all the most challenging security problems. Handbook of Information Security Management provides dozens of case studies and analyses showing your students exactly how to protect systems and data using the latest tools. With Handbook of Information Security Management, your students will learn how to take the offensive in the battle against information security threats by seeing how the experts do it. Handbook of Information Security Management delivers in-depth guidance on: organizing a corporate information security function creating a framework for developing security awareness throughout the company analyzing and managing risk developing a business continuity plan if disaster strikes Zeroing in on latebreaking technical security issues, the book shows your students: proven ways to design and develop secure systems methods to build safeguards into the system upfront, instead of adding them at a later date expert tools and techniques commonly used to create the most secure systems the most effective access controls as well as various models and techniques for user verification and automated intrusion detection and the easiest way to prepare for certification exams administered by the ISC-2 Here your students will find complete information on microcomputer and LAN security, security for the World Wide Web, biometric identification, enterprise security architecture, implementing and managing network-based controls, using cryptography to secure communications and commercial transactions, and much more. In sum, Handbook of Information Security Management 1999 Edition will show your students how to secure systems against all intruders and security threats - no matter where they come from.
Download or read book Windows NT Security written by Charles B. Rutstein and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1997 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative guide provides essential information on how to tap the sophisticated security capabilities of the Windows NT Operating System. The book's pragmatic advice on designing secure NT networks can be applied to small, medium, and large organizations.
