Introduction to the Cyber Ranges

Introduction to the Cyber Ranges
Author: Bishwajeet Pandey
Publisher: Chapman & Hall/CRC
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2022
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781003206071

"Introduction to cyber ranges provides a comprehensive, integrative easy to comprehend overview of different aspects involved in cybersecurity arena. It expands on various concepts like cyber situational awareness, simulation and emulation environments and cybersecurity exercises. It also focuses on detailed analysis and comparison of various existing cyber ranges in military, academic and commercial sectors. It highlights every crucial aspect responsible for developing a deeper insight about the working of the cyber ranges, their architectural design, and their need in the market. It conveys how cyber ranges are complex and effective tools in dealing with advanced cyber threats and attacks. Enhancing the network defences, resilience and efficiency of different components of critical infrastructures are the principal objectives of cyber ranges. They provide simulations of possible cyber-attacks and training on how to thwart such attacks. They are widely used in urban enterprise sectors because they present a sturdy and secure setting for hands-on cyber skills training, advanced cybersecurity education, security testing/training and certification. Features: a comprehensive guide to understanding the complexities involved with cyber ranges and other cybersecurity aspects, substantial theoretical know-how on cyber ranges, their architectural design, along with case studies of existing cyber ranges in leading urban sectors like military, academic and commercial, elucidates the defensive technologies used by various cyber ranges in enhancing the security setups of private and government organizations. The text provides information organized in an accessible format for students in engineering, computer science, information management, professionals, researchers and scientists working in fields of IT, cybersecurity, distributed systems and computer networks"--

Introduction to the Cyber Ranges

Introduction to the Cyber Ranges
Author: Bishwajeet Pandey
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2022-05-03
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1000572293

Introduction to the Cyber Ranges provides a comprehensive, integrative, easy-to-comprehend overview of different aspects involved in the cybersecurity arena. It expands on various concepts like cyber situational awareness, simulation and emulation environments, and cybersecurity exercises. It also focuses on detailed analysis and the comparison of various existing cyber ranges in military, academic, and commercial sectors. It highlights every crucial aspect necessary for developing a deeper insight about the working of the cyber ranges, their architectural design, and their need in the market. It conveys how cyber ranges are complex and effective tools in dealing with advanced cyber threats and attacks. Enhancing the network defenses, resilience, and efficiency of different components of critical infrastructures is the principal objective of cyber ranges. Cyber ranges provide simulations of possible cyberattacks and training on how to thwart such attacks. They are widely used in urban enterprise sectors because they present a sturdy and secure setting for hands-on cyber skills training, advanced cybersecurity education, security testing/training, and certification. Features: A comprehensive guide to understanding the complexities involved with cyber ranges and other cybersecurity aspects Substantial theoretical knowhow on cyber ranges, their architectural design, along with case studies of existing cyber ranges in leading urban sectors like military, academic, and commercial Elucidates the defensive technologies used by various cyber ranges in enhancing the security setups of private and government organizations Information organized in an accessible format for students (in engineering, computer science, and information management), professionals, researchers, and scientists working in the fields of IT, cybersecurity, distributed systems, and computer networks

Web, Artificial Intelligence and Network Applications

Web, Artificial Intelligence and Network Applications
Author: Leonard Barolli
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 1487
Release: 2020-03-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030440389

This proceedings book presents the latest research findings, and theoretical and practical perspectives on innovative methods and development techniques related to the emerging areas of Web computing, intelligent systems and Internet computing. The Web has become an important source of information, and techniques and methodologies that extract quality information are of paramount importance for many Web and Internet applications. Data mining and knowledge discovery play a key role in many of today's major Web applications, such as e-commerce and computer security. Moreover, Web services provide a new platform for enabling service-oriented systems. The emergence of large-scale distributed computing paradigms, such as cloud computing and mobile computing systems, has opened many opportunities for collaboration services, which are at the core of any information system. Artificial intelligence (AI) is an area of computer science that builds intelligent systems and algorithms that work and react like humans. AI techniques and computational intelligence are powerful tools for learning, adaptation, reasoning and planning, and they have the potential to become enabling technologies for future intelligent networks. Research in the field of intelligent systems, robotics, neuroscience, artificial intelligence and cognitive sciences is vital for the future development and innovation of Web and Internet applications. Chapter "An Event-Driven Multi Agent System for Scalable Traffic Optimization" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Research Methods for Cyber Security

Research Methods for Cyber Security
Author: Thomas W. Edgar
Publisher: Syngress
Total Pages: 430
Release: 2017-04-19
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0128129301

Research Methods for Cyber Security teaches scientific methods for generating impactful knowledge, validating theories, and adding critical rigor to the cyber security field. This book shows how to develop a research plan, beginning by starting research with a question, then offers an introduction to the broad range of useful research methods for cyber security research: observational, mathematical, experimental, and applied. Each research method chapter concludes with recommended outlines and suggested templates for submission to peer reviewed venues. This book concludes with information on cross-cutting issues within cyber security research. Cyber security research contends with numerous unique issues, such as an extremely fast environment evolution, adversarial behavior, and the merging of natural and social science phenomena. Research Methods for Cyber Security addresses these concerns and much more by teaching readers not only the process of science in the context of cyber security research, but providing assistance in execution of research as well. - Presents research methods from a cyber security science perspective - Catalyzes the rigorous research necessary to propel the cyber security field forward - Provides a guided method selection for the type of research being conducted, presented in the context of real-world usage

Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructures

Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructures
Author: Leandros Maglaras
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022
Genre:
ISBN: 9783036548463

This book contains the manuscripts that were accepted for publication in the MDPI Special Topic "Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure" after a rigorous peer-review process. Authors from academia, government and industry contributed their innovative solutions, consistent with the interdisciplinary nature of cybersecurity. The book contains 16 articles: an editorial explaining current challenges, innovative solutions, real-world experiences including critical infrastructure, 15 original papers that present state-of-the-art innovative solutions to attacks on critical systems, and a review of cloud, edge computing, and fog's security and privacy issues.

Cyberwarfare

Cyberwarfare
Author: Isaac Porche
Publisher: Artech House Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-12-31
Genre: Cyber intelligence (Computer security)
ISBN: 9781630815769

Conflict in cyberspace is becoming more prevalent in all public and private sectors and is of concern on many levels. As a result, knowledge of the topic is becoming essential across most disciplines. This book reviews and explains the technologies that underlie offensive and defensive cyber operations, which are practiced by a range of cyber actors including state actors, criminal enterprises, activists, and individuals. It explains the processes and technologies that enable the full spectrum of cyber operations. Readers will learn how to use basic tools for cyber security and pen-testing, and also be able to quantitatively assess cyber risk to systems and environments and discern and categorize malicious activity. The book provides key concepts of information age conflict technical basics/fundamentals needed to understand more specific remedies and activities associated with all aspects of cyber operations. It explains techniques associated with offensive cyber operations, with careful distinctions made between cyber ISR, cyber exploitation, and cyber attack. It explores defensive cyber operations and includes case studies that provide practical information, making this book useful for both novice and advanced information warfare practitioners. The ultimate objective of the book is to provide a concise text book for university students on science and engineering courses as well as for professional practitioners. principles and physical systems used for harvesting and harnessing of renewable resources and makes comprehensive use of worked examples and problems. Readers will also learn how to effectively calculate the cost and payback time for a given renewable energy plant by understanding the factors affecting the cost of generating electricity from a renewable energy system. The book uses a simplified mathematical approach and provides appropriate background material.

Digital Transformation, Cyber Security and Resilience of Modern Societies

Digital Transformation, Cyber Security and Resilience of Modern Societies
Author: Todor Tagarev
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 495
Release: 2021-03-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3030657221

This book presents the implementation of novel concepts and solutions, which allows to enhance the cyber security of administrative and industrial systems and the resilience of economies and societies to cyber and hybrid threats. This goal can be achieved by rigorous information sharing, enhanced situational awareness, advanced protection of industrial processes and critical infrastructures, and proper account of the human factor, as well as by adequate methods and tools for analysis of big data, including data from social networks, to find best ways to counter hybrid influence. The implementation of these methods and tools is examined here as part of the process of digital transformation through incorporation of advanced information technologies, knowledge management, training and testing environments, and organizational networking. The book is of benefit to practitioners and researchers in the field of cyber security and protection against hybrid threats, as well as to policymakers and senior managers with responsibilities in information and knowledge management, security policies, and human resource management and training.

Cyber-Physical Attacks

Cyber-Physical Attacks
Author: George Loukas
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages: 271
Release: 2015-05-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0128014636

Cyber-Physical Attacks: A Growing Invisible Threat presents the growing list of harmful uses of computers and their ability to disable cameras, turn off a building's lights, make a car veer off the road, or a drone land in enemy hands. In essence, it details the ways cyber-physical attacks are replacing physical attacks in crime, warfare, and terrorism. The book explores how attacks using computers affect the physical world in ways that were previously only possible through physical means. Perpetrators can now cause damage without the same risk, and without the political, social, or moral outrage that would follow a more overt physical attack. Readers will learn about all aspects of this brave new world of cyber-physical attacks, along with tactics on how to defend against them. The book provides an accessible introduction to the variety of cyber-physical attacks that have already been employed or are likely to be employed in the near future. - Demonstrates how to identify and protect against cyber-physical threats - Written for undergraduate students and non-experts, especially physical security professionals without computer science background - Suitable for training police and security professionals - Provides a strong understanding of the different ways in which a cyber-attack can affect physical security in a broad range of sectors - Includes online resources for those teaching security management

Cyber Security and Threats: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

Cyber Security and Threats: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Author: Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 1743
Release: 2018-05-04
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1522556354

Cyber security has become a topic of concern over the past decade as private industry, public administration, commerce, and communication have gained a greater online presence. As many individual and organizational activities continue to evolve in the digital sphere, new vulnerabilities arise. Cyber Security and Threats: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications contains a compendium of the latest academic material on new methodologies and applications in the areas of digital security and threats. Including innovative studies on cloud security, online threat protection, and cryptography, this multi-volume book is an ideal source for IT specialists, administrators, researchers, and students interested in uncovering new ways to thwart cyber breaches and protect sensitive digital information.

Cyberpower and National Security

Cyberpower and National Security
Author: Franklin D. Kramer
Publisher: Potomac Books, Inc.
Total Pages: 666
Release: 2009
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1597979333

This book creates a framework for understanding and using cyberpower in support of national security. Cyberspace and cyberpower are now critical elements of international security. United States needs a national policy which employs cyberpower to support its national security interests.