Cyber Security: Issues and Current Trends

The book discusses various areas of cybersecurity, including techniques and tools used by cyberattackers, privacy and anonymity, preventive measures, digital forensics, and cyberinvestigation. It is a resource for readers, undergraduate and graduate-level students, researchers, and developers, providing them with an understanding of cybersecurity and its implications in today's digital world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into diverse aspects of cybersecurity, offering a thorough exploration of the techniques and tools employed by cyberattackers to exploit systems. Each chapter provides in-depth analysis of these tactics, enabling readers to gain a deep understanding of the various issues and challenges associated with cybersecurity. The book begins with a foundational introduction to security, covering its diverse domains and their significance in modern organizations. It then delves into the risk factors associated with different types of attacks and threats, helping readers to develop a comprehensive awareness of the cybersecurity landscape.

Consecutive chapters focus on the concept of privacy and anonymity, discussing topics such as the Onion Router (TOR) and other anonymous services in a practical and accessible manner. Chapters dedicated to preventive measures, including intrusion detection systems (IDS), are also covered, emphasizing the importance of proactive security strategies. Given the prevalence of severe cyberattacks, digital forensics plays a crucial role in investigating these crimes and implementing preventive measures. A dedicated chapter is devoted to providing a comprehensive description of cyberinvestigation, covering evidence collection from victim devices and systems.

The content presented in all chapters is based on the latest trends and research findings reported in reputable journals and cybertalks. This book is designed to be valuable for a wide range of readers, including those who regularly use computers or other electronic devices. It serves as a comprehensive resource for undergraduate and graduate-level students seeking to gain a deeper understanding of cybersecurity, various cyberattacks, and threats in the modern digital landscape.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811665998
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022