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Computer and Information Security Handbook (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Computer Security) [Hardcover]

John R. Vacca (Author, Editor)
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0123743540 978-0123743541 June 5, 2009 1

This book presents information on how to analyze risks to your networks and the steps needed to select and deploy the appropriate countermeasures to reduce your exposure to physical and network threats. It also imparts the skills and knowledge needed to identify and counter some fundamental security risks and requirements, inlcuding Internet security threats and measures (audit trails IP sniffing/spoofing etc.) and how to implement security policies and procedures.

In addition, this book also covers security and network design with respect to particular vulnerabilities and threats. It also covers risk assessment and mitigation and auditing and testing of security systems.

From this book, the reader will also learn about applying the standards and technologies required to build secure VPNs, configure client software and server operating systems, IPsec-enabled routers, firewalls and SSL clients.

Chapter coverage includes identifying vulnerabilities and implementing appropriate countermeasures to prevent and mitigate threats to mission-critical processes. Techniques are explored for creating a business continuity plan (BCP) and the methodology for building an infrastructure that supports its effective implementation.

A public key infrastructure (PKI) is an increasingly critical component for ensuring confidentiality, integrity and authentication in an enterprise. This comprehensive book will provide essential knowledge and skills needed to select, design and deploy a PKI to secure existing and future applications.

This book will include discussion of vulnerability scanners to detect security weaknesses and prevention techniques, as well as allowing access to key services while maintaining systems security.


  • Chapters contributed by leaders in the field cover theory and practice of computer security technology, allowing the reader to develop a new level of technical expertise.

  • This book's comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of security issues facilitates learning and allows the reader to remain current and fully informed from multiple viewpoints.

  •  Presents methods of analysis and problem-solving techniques, enhancing the readers grasp of the material and ability to implement practical solutions.

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R1: Tom Karygiannis/Senior Research Scientist, NIST
"The author has assembled an excellent team of chapter authors. Each chapter is devoted to a particular topic. It seems that each chapter would serve as a good primer for the topic, but someone interested in that specific topic would have to buy books dedicated to that specific topic to round out their knowledge on the subject.... The best and possibly the widest audience is professionals that are not computer security experts and are looking for a primer on various computer security topics....[Author is] very well known, and one of the major strengths of the proposal."

R2-- David Harley, Independent Security Author (Syngress, etc.) and Consultant/UK:
"Its main strengths are the authoring experience of its editor, and the fact that it calls upon a wide range of authors to address a wide range of topics that might well appeal to those in need of a comprehensive but fairly general resource. Its weaknesses are that the proposal has a few gaps in coverage addressed above."

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Computer and Information Security Handbook is the culmination of over 40 chapters contributed by distinguished Computer and Information Security experts and carefully edited by John R. Vacca. The immediate and long term challenges that security professionals face are investigated. Computer Security theory, technology, advancements and practices are discussed in depth and from multiple viewpoints, enabling the implementation of practical solutions to any challenge security professionals may encounter.

Learn how to analyze risks to networks such as audit trails IP sniffing/snooping and the steps necessary to deploy appropriate countermeasures to reduce your exposure to physical and network threats. This comprehensive book will provide essential knowledge and skills needed to select, design and deploy a public key infrastructure (PKI) to secure existing and future applications. Coverage includes identifying vulnerabilities and implementing appropriate countermeasures to prevent and mitigate threats to mission-critical processes. Techniques are explored for creating a business continuity plan (BCP) and the methodology for building an infrastructure that supports its effective implementation. This rich collection of Security practice and theory is a "must-have" for any security professional.

  • Chapters contributed by leaders in the field cover theory and practice of computer security technology, allowing the reader to develop a new level of technical expertise.
  • This book's comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of security issues facilitates learning and allows the reader to remain current and fully informed from multiple viewpoints.
  • Presents methods of analysis and problem-solving techniques, enhancing the readers grasp of the material and ability to implement practical solutions.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 928 pages
  • Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann; 1 edition (June 5, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0123743540
  • ISBN-13: 978-0123743541
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 1.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #90,917 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive and Easy to Find Information - A Must-Have Reference Guide!!, August 5, 2009
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Wow! This is the most comprehensive book on information security out there! I keep it handy in my office at all times and have bought copies for all my employees, who refer to it on a near-daily basis. This really is a must-have for anyone in the industry to keep on top of the latest state-of-play for infosec. 5 stars!!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars KBE Software, Inc. book review, July 23, 2009
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The Computer and Information Security Handbook is one of the most comprehensive and well written books covering the subject matter that I have ever read. John Vacca, the managing editor of the Handbook, has brought together a renowned group of subject area experts that have authored an excellent collection of chapters in this book. It is an invaluable resource that addresses the latest theories, technologies and practices as they relate to computer and information security. This book is a "WINNER", and should on every information technology professionals' book shelf.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Essential Guide on Computer Security, December 28, 2011
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This reference text pulls together experts on computer security, privacy and informance assurance. These experts come from both leading universities as well industry leading companies like EMC, Cisco and Intel. These experts provide in depth coverage of computer security theory and practical applications including recent advancements. This text is essential for students or professionals in the computer security field.
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