Cybersecurity for Beginners: Basic Security Threats Everyone Should Know - Paperback

by Kelly Fenathra (Author)

Introduction to CybersecurityBefore we get to the first step, we need to understand a few basic concepts of network security. This will give you the essential background to be confortable on what measurements you should take to create a solid security policy. The first concept is the CIA triad. This is one of the most basic principles of information security. CIA stands for confidentiality, integrity, and availability. In this book you will learn: Social Engineering and Phishing AttacksViruses & MalwareRootkits & WormsARP PoisoningMan in the Middle on Wireless NetworksDoS AttacksBrute Force & Dictionary AttacksBotnetPing of death attackWatering hole attack & SmishingBuffer Overflow AttackCross Site Scripting