Practical Network Security with OpenSSL: Master Cryptography and OpenSSL Techniques for Secure Communications, PKI, and Hardware Integration in ... Administrator — Enterprise Path, Band 1) - Softcover

Patil, Rohan Subhash

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9348107429 ISBN 13: 9789348107428

Verlag: Orange Education Pvt Ltd, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

Gain practical OpenSSL skills for real-world cybersecurity challenges

Unlock the power of OpenSSL and take your network security skills to the next level. Practical Network Security with OpenSSL is a complete guide for cybersecurity professionals, network administrators, IT students, and enthusiasts who want to master encryption, manage Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and implement secure communications in real-world scenarios.

This book covers the fundamentals of OpenSSL, including symmetric and asymmetric encryption, SSL/TLS protocols, certificate management, and hands-on examples for securing web traffic, emails, VPNs, and other network services. It goes beyond theory by providing practical exercises and step-by-step guidance, helping you build a strong foundation in network security.

Book Description

OpenSSL is the backbone of secure communication on the internet, trusted by developers, enterprises, and governments alike. Practical Network Security with OpenSSL equips you with the knowledge, real-world context, and hands-on skills to master OpenSSL—from its command-line tools to its C library APIs—for implementing robust, enterprise-grade cryptographic solutions.

You’ll begin with a solid foundation in cryptographic principles and the role of OpenSSL in modern security systems. The book then guides you through practical usage, covering symmetric and asymmetric encryption, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and secure communications. Real-world examples and C code snippets help you confidently apply OpenSSL in standalone applications, enterprise-grade solutions, and hardware-based security environments such as HSMs and TPMs.

By the end of this book, you’ll have the expertise to confidently use OpenSSL for designing, implementing, and managing cryptographic solutions across various domains. Whether you're securing financial transactions, IoT networks, or enterprise authentication systems, you’ll be equipped with the tools and knowledge to build secure, future-ready applications. Don’t get left behind—secure your systems like the pros do with OpenSSL mastery.

What you will learn:

• How to use OpenSSL to implement strong encryption for data protection
• How to create, manage, and deploy certificates and keys through PKI
• How to implement secure communication protocols like SSL and TLS
• Real-world techniques to secure network services and communications

Who should read this book:

• Cybersecurity professionals seeking practical OpenSSL skills
• Network administrators responsible for securing corporate networks
• IT students and enthusiasts eager to learn encryption and secure communications
• Anyone interested in mastering network security with practical examples

Take charge of your network security today. With clear explanations and actionable techniques, Practical Network Security with OpenSSL equips you to safeguard data, enhance security measures, and confidently implement encryption and PKI in any environment.

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Table of Contents
1. Cryptography Basics and Network Security
2. Getting started with OpenSSL
3. OpenSSL Command Line Interface
4. OpenSSL C library APIs
5. Public Key Infrastructure with OpenSSL
6. Symmetric Key Cryptography with OpenSSL
7. OpenSSL Engine for Security Hardware
8. OpenSSL in IoT Security
9. Best Practices, Tips, and Tricks
Index

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Orange Education Pvt Ltd
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9348107429
• ISBN 13: 9789348107428
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 232
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.de/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxemburg