Computer Security

In a world where data flows freely and communication spans the globe, the need for secure and private communication has never been more critical. This book invites you on an illuminating journey into the captivating realm of secure communication, demystifying the intricate techniques that have protected secrets and guarded information for centuries.

This timely book explores the alarming rise of ransomware: malicious software blocking users from their systems or data until they've paid money to regain access or to prevent the release of sensitive information. High-profile British examples of the twenty-first century have targeted national libraries and healthcare organizations; in the US, hackers of Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley Health Network held patient data hostage—when their demands went unmet, they published topless photographs of women with breast cancer.

Organizations are increasingly vulnerable as attack surfaces grow and cyber threats evolve. Addressing these threats is vital, making attack surface management (ASM) essential for security leaders globally. This practical book provides a comprehensive guide to help you master ASM. Authors Ron Eddings and MJ Kaufmann offer actionable solutions for newcomers and experts alike, using machine learning and AI techniques. ASM helps you routinely assess digital assets to gain complete insight into vulnerabilities, and potential threats.

Der Beruf von Jana Ringwald spielt sich im Verborgenen ab. Die dunkle Seite des Internets, das Darknet, ist ihr Ermittlungsumfeld. Es hat sie zu Deutschlands Cyberstaatsanwältin gemacht. Jana Ringwald hat sich auf eine persönliche Reise begeben, wie heute eine innovative und erfolgversprechende Strafverfolgung aussehen kann.

A day rarely goes by without hearing about someone being scammed, manipulated, or even physically assaulted. Maybe you’ve been a victim yourself—left feeling violated and frustrated. But with the right knowledge and strategies, you don’t have to live in fear. Being Savvy means staying one step ahead—whether it’s spotting when someone is trying to overcharge or deceive you, protecting yourself from identity theft after a stolen phone, or shutting down intimidation before it escalates. You will know how to handle threats before they become problems.

Every day we hear new stories about people being attacked by cybercriminals. Companies being hacked and losing millions of people's personal details or being locked out of their systems and held to ransom.

Veteran information security professional Emily Crose delivers a deep dive into the history of the United States government's nuanced relationship with hacker culture and the role the latter has played in the former's domestic policy and geopolitics. In the book, you'll learn about significant events that have changed the way the hacking community has been perceived by the public, the state, and other hackers.

This book is part of a series titled "CyberSafety in 15 Minutes a Day," aimed specifically at enhancing the awareness of social engineering threats among seniors. Given that seniors are often the primary targets of cyber attacks, the goal of this publication is to support the community by offering cyber safety coaching and enhancing awareness about social engineering tactics.

A compendium of essential information for the modern security entrepreneur and practitioner. This audiobook provides essential direction for those who want to succeed in security, either individually or as part of a team. It also aims to stimulate some fresh ideas and provide new market routes for security professionals who may feel they are underappreciated and overexerted in traditional business domains.

The background noise of power grids working alongside water pipelines carrying liquid and trains moving along tracks represent the hidden heartbeat of modern civilization which supports our global connectedness. The vital systems supporting our economies and societies remain hidden from everyday view while they sustain both the simple and complex aspects of daily life. At the heart of this critical infrastructure lies a network of sophisticated control systems: SCADA–Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition.

Go from cyber-insecure to cyber-savvy—outsmart cyber thieves with this comprehensive guide to a safe, fulfilling online experience—even if online safety is uncharted territory for you! Just 10 years ago, few people could probably envision a world where they could shop with their mobile phone, effortlessly connect their home and work computers, or access literally millions of apps with just one click. The upside of ubiquitous connectivity? Speed, practicality, efficiency. The downside? Data has become gold, and our “treasure” is sadly all too accessible to clever hackers and data thieves.

Dive into the intriguing world of digital defense with Dr. Sylvester “Sly” Cotton’s masterpiece, “Cyberspace Guardians.” In an era dominated by an intricate web of technology, Dr. Cotton unravels the mysteries of safeguarding the vast realm of cyberspace. This book is your guiding light in the quest to understand the role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), the sentinel of our digital universes. The labyrinth of cyberspace is riddled with unseen dangers, lurking shadows, and unseen adversaries seeking to undermine our technological advancements.

The United States military currently views cyberspace as the "fifth domain" of warfare - alongside land, sea, air, and space - and the Department of Defense, National Security Agency, and CIA all field teams of hackers who can - and do - launch computer virus strikes against enemy targets. In fact, as @War shows, US hackers were crucial to our victory in Iraq.

The Entrepreneur's Edge is the ultimate guide for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to harness the power of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and augmented/virtual reality to fuel growth and innovation. This all-in-one resource equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate these transformative technologies with confidence.

If you want to avoid getting hacked, having your information spread, and discover the world of ethical hacking then pay attention.... Two manuscripts in one audiobook: Cybersecurity: An Essential Guide to Computer and Cyber Security for Beginners, Including Ethical Hacking, Risk Assessment, Social Engineering, Attack and Defense Strategies, and Cyber-Warfare, Ethical Hacking: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Using Penetration Testing to Audit and Improve the Cyber-Security of Computer Networks, Including Tips on Social Engineering.

In The Reign of Botnets, fraud and bot detection expert David Senecal delivers a timely and incisive presentation of the contemporary bot threat landscape and the latest defense strategies used by leading companies to protect themselves. The author uses plain language to lift the veil on bots and fraud, making a topic critical to your website's security easy to understand and even easier to implement.

Mehr Freiheit und mehr Demokratie waren die großen Versprechen des Internets. Doch inzwischen konzentriert sich die Macht bei einigen wenigen Tech-Giganten. Dabei bietet das Netz selbst eine Lösung, um sein ursprüngliches Freiheitsversprechen zu bewahren: die nichtkommerzielle digitale Gegenwelt. Zu ihr zählen etwa die Online-Enzyklopädie Wikipedia, die Twitter-Alternative Mastodon, der nichtkommerzielle Browser Firefox oder der Messenger Signal.

Web3 is emerging to expand the opportunities for creators by delivering tools that help them regain their content freedom, monetize their content better, safeguard their personal data, and fight back against censorship.

Digital spaces are a positive force for change, connection and community, but left unregulated, they are not always safe. Globally, women are 27 times more likely than men to be harassed online. 78 per cent of LGBTQ+ people have experienced hate crime and hate speech online and there has been a 71 per cent rise in online disability abuse. How to Stay Safe Online will teach you how to spot, respond to, and protect yourself from online abuse and learn how to be a good ally to those experiencing it.

Neither a protest against AI, nor a speculative work on how AI could replace humans, Algorithms of Armageddon provides a time-critical understanding of why AI is being implemented through state weaponization, the realities for the global power balance, and more importantly, U.S. national security.