Learn all about Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It is a rapidly growing field that plays a critical role in protecting organizations and individuals from cyber threats such as hacking, phishing, and malware.

This book details cybersecurity concepts and has quiz to reinforce learning. This book is suitable for any Business or IT Professional who wants to make a career in Cybersecurity.

The following is covered:

[1] Introduction to Cybersecurity:
Overview of the field of cybersecurity
The various types of cyber threats
The importance of cybersecurity in protecting organizations and individuals

[2] Network Security
Firewalls
Intrusion detection and prevention systems
Network segmentation

[3] Security protocols
Security protocols such as SSL/TLS and HTTPS
Encryption methods such as AES and RSA

[4] Access control
Authentication
Authorization
Single sign-on

[5] Security management
Incident response
Threat intelligence
Vulnerability management

[6] Malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs)
Malware types
How malwares spread
How to detect, prevent and remove malwares

[7] Social Engineering
Social engineering tactics
Phishing and Spear phishing
How to detect and prevent Social Engineering attacks

[8] Security Compliance
Compliance regulations such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR
Best practices for meeting compliance requirements

[9] Cloud Security
Security risks and best practices of cloud-based services such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud

[10] Cyber incident response
Incident response planning
Incident response teams
Incident response best practices