Cybersecurity - Attack and Defense Strategies

Cybersecurity - Attack and Defense Strategies
Author: Yuri Diogenes
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 368
Release: 2018-01-30
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 178847385X

Key Features Gain a clear understanding of the attack methods, and patterns to recognize abnormal behavior within your organization with Blue Team tactics Learn to unique techniques to gather exploitation intelligence, identify risk and demonstrate impact with Red Team and Blue Team strategies A practical guide that will give you hands-on experience to mitigate risks and prevent attackers from infiltrating your system Book DescriptionThe book will start talking about the security posture before moving to Red Team tactics, where you will learn the basic syntax for the Windows and Linux tools that are commonly used to perform the necessary operations. You will also gain hands-on experience of using new Red Team techniques with powerful tools such as python and PowerShell, which will enable you to discover vulnerabilities in your system and how to exploit them. Moving on, you will learn how a system is usually compromised by adversaries, and how they hack user's identity, and the various tools used by the Red Team to find vulnerabilities in a system. In the next section, you will learn about the defense strategies followed by the Blue Team to enhance the overall security of a system. You will also learn about an in-depth strategy to ensure that there are security controls in each network layer, and how you can carry out the recovery process of a compromised system. Finally, you will learn how to create a vulnerability management strategy and the different techniques for manual log analysis.What you will learn Learn the importance of having a solid foundation for your security posture Understand the attack strategy using cyber security kill chain Learn how to enhance your defense strategy by improving your security policies, hardening your network, implementing active sensors, and leveraging threat intelligence Learn how to perform an incident investigation Get an in-depth understanding of the recovery process Understand continuous security monitoring and how to implement a vulnerability management strategy Learn how to perform log analysis to identify suspicious activities Who this book is for This book aims at IT professional who want to venture the IT security domain. IT pentester, Security consultants, and ethical hackers will also find this course useful. Prior knowledge of penetration testing would be beneficial.

The Cybersecurity Playbook for Modern Enterprises

The Cybersecurity Playbook for Modern Enterprises
Author: Jeremy Wittkop
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2022-03-10
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1803237554

Learn how to build a cybersecurity program for a changing world with the help of proven best practices and emerging techniques Key FeaturesUnderstand what happens in an attack and build the proper defenses to secure your organizationDefend against hacking techniques such as social engineering, phishing, and many morePartner with your end user community by building effective security awareness training programsBook Description Security is everyone's responsibility and for any organization, the focus should be to educate their employees about the different types of security attacks and how to ensure that security is not compromised. This cybersecurity book starts by defining the modern security and regulatory landscape, helping you understand the challenges related to human behavior and how attacks take place. You'll then see how to build effective cybersecurity awareness and modern information security programs. Once you've learned about the challenges in securing a modern enterprise, the book will take you through solutions or alternative approaches to overcome those issues and explain the importance of technologies such as cloud access security brokers, identity and access management solutions, and endpoint security platforms. As you advance, you'll discover how automation plays an important role in solving some key challenges and controlling long-term costs while building a maturing program. Toward the end, you'll also find tips and tricks to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from an increasingly dangerous digital world. By the end of this book, you'll have gained a holistic understanding of cybersecurity and how it evolves to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. What you will learnUnderstand the macro-implications of cyber attacksIdentify malicious users and prevent harm to your organizationFind out how ransomware attacks take placeWork with emerging techniques for improving security profilesExplore identity and access management and endpoint securityGet to grips with building advanced automation modelsBuild effective training programs to protect against hacking techniquesDiscover best practices to help you and your family stay safe onlineWho this book is for This book is for security practitioners, including analysts, engineers, and security leaders, who want to better understand cybersecurity challenges. It is also for beginners who want to get a holistic view of information security to prepare for a career in the cybersecurity field. Business leaders looking to learn about cyber threats and how they can protect their organizations from harm will find this book especially useful. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cybersecurity professional, this book has something new for everyone.

Modern Cybersecurity Strategies for Enterprises

Modern Cybersecurity Strategies for Enterprises
Author: Ashish Mishra
Publisher: BPB Publications
Total Pages: 604
Release: 2022-08-29
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9355513135

Security is a shared responsibility, and we must all own it KEY FEATURES ● Expert-led instructions on the pillars of a secure corporate infrastructure and identifying critical components. ● Provides Cybersecurity strategy templates, best practices, and recommendations presented with diagrams. ● Adopts a perspective of developing a Cybersecurity strategy that aligns with business goals. DESCRIPTION Once a business is connected to the Internet, it is vulnerable to cyberattacks, threats, and vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities now take several forms, including Phishing, Trojans, Botnets, Ransomware, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS), Wiper Attacks, Intellectual Property thefts, and others. This book will help and guide the readers through the process of creating and integrating a secure cyber ecosystem into their digital business operations. In addition, it will help readers safeguard and defend the IT security infrastructure by implementing the numerous tried-and-tested procedures outlined in this book. The tactics covered in this book provide a moderate introduction to defensive and offensive strategies, and they are supported by recent and popular use-cases on cyberattacks. The book provides a well-illustrated introduction to a set of methods for protecting the system from vulnerabilities and expert-led measures for initiating various urgent steps after an attack has been detected. The ultimate goal is for the IT team to build a secure IT infrastructure so that their enterprise systems, applications, services, and business processes can operate in a safe environment that is protected by a powerful shield. This book will also walk us through several recommendations and best practices to improve our security posture. It will also provide guidelines on measuring and monitoring the security plan's efficacy. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Adopt MITRE ATT&CK and MITRE framework and examine NIST, ITIL, and ISMS recommendations. ● Understand all forms of vulnerabilities, application security mechanisms, and deployment strategies. ● Know-how of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), Threat Intelligence, and modern SIEM systems. ● Learn security gap analysis, Cybersecurity planning, and strategy monitoring. ● Investigate zero-trust networks, data forensics, and the role of AI in Cybersecurity. ● Comprehensive understanding of Risk Management and Risk Assessment Frameworks. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR Professionals in IT security, Cybersecurity, and other related fields working to improve the organization's overall security will find this book a valuable resource and companion. This book will guide young professionals who are planning to enter Cybersecurity with the right set of skills and knowledge. TABLE OF CONTENTS Section - I: Overview and Need for Cybersecurity 1. Overview of Information Security and Cybersecurity 2. Aligning Security with Business Objectives and Defining CISO Role Section - II: Building Blocks for a Secured Ecosystem and Identification of Critical Components 3. Next-generation Perimeter Solutions 4. Next-generation Endpoint Security 5. Security Incident Response (IR) Methodology 6. Cloud Security & Identity Management 7. Vulnerability Management and Application Security 8. Critical Infrastructure Component of Cloud and Data Classification Section - III: Assurance Framework (the RUN Mode) and Adoption of Regulatory Standards 9. Importance of Regulatory Requirements and Business Continuity 10. Risk management- Life Cycle 11. People, Process, and Awareness 12. Threat Intelligence & Next-generation SIEM Solution 13. Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) Section - IV: Cybersecurity Strategy Guidelines, Templates, and Recommendations 14. Implementation of Guidelines & Templates 15. Best Practices and Recommendations

Cybersecurity for Business

Cybersecurity for Business
Author: Larry Clinton
Publisher: Kogan Page Publishers
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2022-04-03
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1398606391

Balance the benefits of digital transformation with the associated risks with this guide to effectively managing cybersecurity as a strategic business issue. Important and cost-effective innovations can substantially increase cyber risk and the loss of intellectual property, corporate reputation and consumer confidence. Over the past several years, organizations around the world have increasingly come to appreciate the need to address cybersecurity issues from a business perspective, not just from a technical or risk angle. Cybersecurity for Business builds on a set of principles developed with international leaders from technology, government and the boardroom to lay out a clear roadmap of how to meet goals without creating undue cyber risk. This essential guide outlines the true nature of modern cyber risk, and how it can be assessed and managed using modern analytical tools to put cybersecurity in business terms. It then describes the roles and responsibilities each part of the organization has in implementing an effective enterprise-wide cyber risk management program, covering critical issues such as incident response, supply chain management and creating a culture of security. Bringing together a range of experts and senior leaders, this edited collection enables leaders and students to understand how to manage digital transformation and cybersecurity from a business perspective.

Cyber Strategy

Cyber Strategy
Author: Carol A. Siegel
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2020-03-23
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1000048500

Cyber Strategy: Risk-Driven Security and Resiliency provides a process and roadmap for any company to develop its unified Cybersecurity and Cyber Resiliency strategies. It demonstrates a methodology for companies to combine their disassociated efforts into one corporate plan with buy-in from senior management that will efficiently utilize resources, target high risk threats, and evaluate risk assessment methodologies and the efficacy of resultant risk mitigations. The book discusses all the steps required from conception of the plan from preplanning (mission/vision, principles, strategic objectives, new initiatives derivation), project management directives, cyber threat and vulnerability analysis, cyber risk and controls assessment to reporting and measurement techniques for plan success and overall strategic plan performance. In addition, a methodology is presented to aid in new initiative selection for the following year by identifying all relevant inputs. Tools utilized include: Key Risk Indicators (KRI) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework (CSF) Target State Maturity interval mapping per initiative Comparisons of current and target state business goals and critical success factors A quantitative NIST-based risk assessment of initiative technology components Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed (RACI) diagrams for Cyber Steering Committee tasks and Governance Boards’ approval processes Swimlanes, timelines, data flow diagrams (inputs, resources, outputs), progress report templates, and Gantt charts for project management The last chapter provides downloadable checklists, tables, data flow diagrams, figures, and assessment tools to help develop your company’s cybersecurity and cyber resiliency strategic plan.

Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends, and Strategies

Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends, and Strategies
Author: Tim Rains
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 429
Release: 2020-05-29
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1800205899

A comprehensive guide for cybersecurity professionals to acquire unique insights on the evolution of the threat landscape and how you can address modern cybersecurity challenges in your organisation Key FeaturesProtect your organization from cybersecurity threats with field-tested strategiesDiscover the most common ways enterprises initially get compromisedMeasure the effectiveness of your organization's current cybersecurity program against cyber attacksBook Description After scrutinizing numerous cybersecurity strategies, Microsoft's former Global Chief Security Advisor in this book helps you understand the efficacy of popular cybersecurity strategies and more. Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends, and Strategies offers an unprecedented long-term view of the global threat landscape by examining the twenty-year trend in vulnerability disclosures and exploitation, nearly a decade of regional differences in malware infections, the socio-economic factors that underpin them, and how global malware has evolved. This will give you further perspectives into malware protection for your organization. It also examines internet-based threats that CISOs should be aware of. The book will provide you with an evaluation of the various cybersecurity strategies that have ultimately failed over the past twenty years, along with one or two that have actually worked. It will help executives and security and compliance professionals understand how cloud computing is a game changer for them. By the end of this book, you will know how to measure the effectiveness of your organization's cybersecurity strategy and the efficacy of the vendors you employ to help you protect your organization and yourself. What you will learnDiscover cybersecurity strategies and the ingredients critical to their successImprove vulnerability management by reducing risks and costs for your organizationLearn how malware and other threats have evolved over the past decadeMitigate internet-based threats, phishing attacks, and malware distribution sitesWeigh the pros and cons of popular cybersecurity strategies of the past two decadesImplement and then measure the outcome of a cybersecurity strategyLearn how the cloud provides better security capabilities than on-premises IT environmentsWho this book is for This book is designed to benefit engineers, leaders, or any professional with either a responsibility for cyber security within their organization, or an interest in working in this ever-growing field.

Fight Fire with Fire

Fight Fire with Fire
Author: Renee Tarun
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2021-09-14
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 111985427X

Organizations around the world are in a struggle for survival, racing to transform themselves in a herculean effort to adapt to the digital age, all while protecting themselves from headline-grabbing cybersecurity threats. As organizations succeed or fail, the centrality and importance of cybersecurity and the role of the CISO—Chief Information Security Officer—becomes ever more apparent. It's becoming clear that the CISO, which began as a largely technical role, has become nuanced, strategic, and a cross-functional leadership position. Fight Fire with Fire: Proactive Cybersecurity Strategies for Today's Leaders explores the evolution of the CISO's responsibilities and delivers a blueprint to effectively improve cybersecurity across an organization. Fight Fire with Fire draws on the deep experience of its many all-star contributors. For example: Learn how to talk effectively with the Board from engineer-turned-executive Marianne Bailey, a top spokesperson well-known for global leadership in cyber Discover how to manage complex cyber supply chain risk with Terry Roberts, who addresses this complex area using cutting-edge technology and emerging standards Tame the exploding IoT threat landscape with Sonia Arista, a CISO with decades of experience across sectors, including healthcare where edge devices monitor vital signs and robots perform surgery These are just a few of the global trailblazers in cybersecurity who have banded together to equip today’s leaders to protect their enterprises and inspire tomorrow’s leaders to join them. With fires blazing on the horizon, there is no time for a seminar or boot camp. Cyber leaders need information at their fingertips. Readers will find insight on how to close the diversity and skills gap and become well-versed in modern cyber threats, including attacks coming from organized crime and nation-states. This book highlights a three-pronged approach that encompasses people, process, and technology to empower everyone to protect their organization. From effective risk management to supply chain security and communicating with the board, Fight Fire with Fire presents discussions from industry leaders that cover every critical competency in information security. Perfect for IT and information security professionals seeking perspectives and insights they can’t find in certification exams or standard textbooks, Fight Fire with Fire is an indispensable resource for everyone hoping to improve their understanding of the realities of modern cybersecurity through the eyes of today’s top security leaders.

Cybersecurity: A Business Solution

Cybersecurity: A Business Solution
Author: Rob Arnold
Publisher: Threat Sketch, LLC
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2017-09-26
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 069294415X

As a business leader, you might think you have cybersecurity under control because you have a great IT team. But managing cyber risk requires more than firewalls and good passwords. Cash flow, insurance, relationships, and legal affairs for an organization all play major roles in managing cyber risk. Treating cybersecurity as “just an IT problem” leaves an organization exposed and unprepared. Therefore, executives must take charge of the big picture. Cybersecurity: A Business Solution is a concise guide to managing cybersecurity from a business perspective, written specifically for the leaders of small and medium businesses. In this book you will find a step-by-step approach to managing the financial impact of cybersecurity. The strategy provides the knowledge you need to steer technical experts toward solutions that fit your organization’s business mission. The book also covers common pitfalls that lead to a false sense of security. And, to help offset the cost of higher security, it explains how you can leverage investments in cybersecurity to capture market share and realize more profits. The book’s companion material also includes an executive guide to The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework. It offers a business level overview of the following key terms and concepts, which are central to managing its adoption. - Tiers - Profiles - Functions - Informative References

Network Security Strategies

Network Security Strategies
Author: Aditya Mukherjee
Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2020-11-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1789801052

Build a resilient network and prevent advanced cyber attacks and breaches Key Features Explore modern cybersecurity techniques to protect your networks from ever-evolving cyber threats Prevent cyber attacks by using robust cybersecurity strategies Unlock the secrets of network security Book Description With advanced cyber attacks severely impacting industry giants and the constantly evolving threat landscape, organizations are adopting complex systems to maintain robust and secure environments. Network Security Strategies will help you get well-versed with the tools and techniques required to protect any network environment against modern cyber threats. You'll understand how to identify security vulnerabilities across the network and how to effectively use a variety of network security techniques and platforms. Next, the book will show you how to design a robust network that provides top-notch security to protect against traditional and new evolving attacks. With the help of detailed solutions and explanations, you'll be able to monitor networks skillfully and identify potential risks. Finally, the book will cover topics relating to thought leadership and the management aspects of network security. By the end of this network security book, you'll be well-versed in defending your network from threats and be able to consistently maintain operational efficiency, security, and privacy in your environment. What you will learn Understand network security essentials, including concepts, mechanisms, and solutions to implement secure networks Get to grips with setting up and threat monitoring cloud and wireless networks Defend your network against emerging cyber threats in 2020 Discover tools, frameworks, and best practices for network penetration testing Understand digital forensics to enhance your network security skills Adopt a proactive approach to stay ahead in network security Who this book is for This book is for anyone looking to explore information security, privacy, malware, and cyber threats. Security experts who want to enhance their skill set will also find this book useful. A prior understanding of cyber threats and information security will help you understand the key concepts covered in the book more effectively.

Modern Theories and Practices for Cyber Ethics and Security Compliance

Modern Theories and Practices for Cyber Ethics and Security Compliance
Author: Yaokumah, Winfred
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2020-04-10
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1799831507

In today’s globalized world, businesses and governments rely heavily on technology for storing and protecting essential information and data. Despite the benefits that computing systems offer, there remains an assortment of issues and challenges in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of these databases. As professionals become more dependent cyberspace, there is a need for research on modern strategies and concepts for improving the security and safety of these technologies. Modern Theories and Practices for Cyber Ethics and Security Compliance is a collection of innovative research on the concepts, models, issues, challenges, innovations, and mitigation strategies needed to improve cyber protection. While highlighting topics including database governance, cryptography, and intrusion detection, this book provides guidelines for the protection, safety, and security of business data and national infrastructure from cyber-attacks. It is ideally designed for security analysts, law enforcement, researchers, legal practitioners, policymakers, business professionals, governments, strategists, educators, and students seeking current research on combative solutions for cyber threats and attacks.