The Basics of Information Security: Understanding the Fundamentals of InfoSec in Theory and Practice

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Syngress, 2014 M05 20 - 240 páginas

As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. Author Jason Andress gives you the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and then dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security.

The Basics of Information Security gives you clear-non-technical explanations of how infosec works and how to apply these principles whether you're in the IT field or want to understand how it affects your career and business. The new Second Edition has been updated for the latest trends and threats, including new material on many infosec subjects.

  • Learn about information security without wading through a huge textbook
  • Covers both theoretical and practical aspects of information security
  • Provides a broad view of the information security field in a concise manner
  • All-new Second Edition updated for the latest information security trends and threats, including material on incident response, social engineering, security awareness, risk management, and legal/regulatory issues
 

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Contenido

1 What is Information Security?
1
2 Identification and Authentication
23
3 Authorization and Access Control
39
4 Auditing and Accountability
57
5 Cryptography
69
6 Laws and Regulations
89
7 Operations Security
101
8 Human Element Security
119
9 Physical Security
131
10 Network Security
151
11 Operating System Security
171
12 Application Security
189
Index
209
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Acerca del autor (2014)

Jason Andress (CISSP, ISSAP, CISM, GPEN) is a seasoned security professional with a depth of experience in both the academic and business worlds. Presently he carries out information security oversight duties, performing penetration testing, risk assessment, and compliance functions to ensure that critical assets are protected. Jason has taught undergraduate and graduate security courses since 2005 and holds a doctorate in computer science, researching in the area of data protection. He has authored several publications and books, writing on topics including data security, network security, penetration testing, and digital forensics.

Información bibliográfica

TítuloThe Basics of Information Security: Understanding the Fundamentals of InfoSec in Theory and Practice
Syngress basics series
The Basics
AutorJason Andress
Edición2, revisada
EditorSyngress, 2014
ISBN0128008121, 9780128008126
Largo240 páginas
  
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