The Ransomware War : Russian Cybergangs and the Defense of U.S. Critical Infrastructure

Duane A. Long

ISBN 13: 9798234034571

Verlag: Duane A. Long, 2024

Beschreibung

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Ransomware War: Russian Cybergangs and the Defense of U.S. Critical Infrastructure examines the growing threat ransomware attacks pose to the United States and the role Russian-based cybercriminal organizations play in targeting critical infrastructure. Once considered a relatively minor form of cybercrime, ransomware has evolved into a highly sophisticated criminal enterprise capable of disrupting essential services, threatening national economies, and undermining public trust.Drawing on decades of experience in security and real-world examples, Dr. Duane A. Long provides a clear and accessible analysis of how these groups operate, the tools they use, and the vulnerabilities they exploit. The book explores how ransomware campaigns are planned and executed, why they are so effective, and what can be done to defend against them.As cyber threats continue to escalate, The Ransomware War offers a timely and compelling look at one of the most pressing national security challenges of the modern era.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9798234034571

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: The Ransomware War : Russian Cybergangs and the Defense of U.S. Critical Infrastructure
• Verlag: Duane A. Long
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2024
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798234034571
• Einband: Buch
• Zustand: Neu
• Abmessungen: 235B x 157 H x 12 T Millimeter Breite: 235 mm, Höhe: 157 mm, Tiefe: 12 mm
• Gewicht: 347 Gramm

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Inhaltsangabe

The Ransomware War: Russian Cybergangs and the Defense of U.S. Critical Infrastructure examines the growing threat ransomware attacks pose to the United States and the role Russian-based cybercriminal organizations play in targeting critical infrastructure. Once considered a relatively minor form of cybercrime, ransomware has evolved into a highly sophisticated criminal enterprise capable of disrupting essential services, threatening national economies, and undermining public trust. Drawing on decades of experience in security and real-world examples, Dr. Duane A. Long provides a clear and accessible analysis of how these groups operate, the tools they use, and the vulnerabilities they exploit. The book explores how ransomware campaigns are planned and executed, why they are so effective, and what can be done to defend against them. As cyber threats continue to escalate, The Ransomware War offers a timely and compelling look at one of the most pressing national security challenges of the modern era.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Dr. Duane A. Long is a security professional with more than three decades of experience protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive systems from advanced threats. He holds a doctorate in strategic security and has led multinational efforts in security compliance, infrastructure protection, and risk management. His work includes leading international initiatives to counter emerging threats and strengthen defensive strategies across more than 40 countries.