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

Andress, Jason

ISBN 10: 1597496537 / ISBN 13: 9781597496537

Verlag: Syngress, 2011

Beschreibung

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 1597496537-4-32543775

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: The Basics of Information Security: Understanding the Fundamentals of InfoSec in Theory and Practice
• Verlag: Syngress
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2011
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 1597496537
• ISBN-13: 9781597496537
• Einband: paperback
• Zustand: Fair
• Gewicht: 14 Unzen

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Inhaltsangabe

The Basics of Information Security provides fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. This book is packed with key concepts of information security, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as well as tips and additional resources for further advanced study. It also includes practical applications in the areas of operations, physical, network, operating system, and application security. Complete with exercises at the end of each chapter, this book is well-suited for classroom or instructional use. The book consists of 10 chapters covering such topics as identification and authentication; authorization and access control; auditing and accountability; cryptography; operations security; physical security; network security; operating system security; and application security. Useful implementations for each concept are demonstrated using real world examples. PowerPoint lecture slides are available for use in the classroom. This book is an ideal reference for security consultants, IT managers, students, and those new to the InfoSec field.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

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.