Information Security: Principles and Practice

Information Security: Principles and Practice, Third Edition is a comprehensive textbook that provides systematic guidance on meeting the information security challenges of the 21st century. It covers cryptography, access control, security protocols, and software, with real-world examples and updated coverage of network security, cross-site scripting attacks, malware, and secure software development. The textbook is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in Computer Science programs and professionals in industrial or government security.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 10 September 2021
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Information Security: Principles and Practice is a comprehensive guide that addresses the complex challenges of the 21st century. Written by Mark Stamp, a renowned expert in the field, this book offers clear, accessible, and accurate information on the four critical components of information security: cryptography, access control, security protocols, and software.

The third edition of Information Security has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field. It includes a brand-new chapter on network security basics, expanded coverage of cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, Stuxnet and other malware, the SSH protocol, secure software development, and security protocols.

Fresh examples illustrate the Rivest-Shamir-Adleman (RSA) cryptosystem, Elliptic-curve cryptography (ECC), and hash functions based on Bitcoin and blockchains. Updated problem sets, figures, tables, and graphs help readers develop a working knowledge of classic cryptosystems, symmetric and public key cryptography, cryptanalysis, simple authentication protocols, intrusion and malware detection systems, and more.

Presenting a highly practical approach to information security, this popular textbook is an essential resource for students, instructors, and early-stage professionals alike. It provides up-to-date coverage of the rapidly evolving field, explains session keys, perfect forward secrecy, timestamps, SSH, SSL, IPSec, Kerberos, WEP, GSM, and other authentication protocols, and addresses access control techniques including authentication and authorization, ACLs and capabilities, and multi-factor authentication.

With its comprehensive coverage, real-world examples, and practical approach, Information Security: Principles and Practice is the go-to book for anyone seeking to understand and implement effective information security measures.

Weight: 752g
Dimension: 238 x 159 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119505907
Edition number: 3rd Edition