Cyber Warfare and Cyber Terrorism (Premier Reference) [Hardcover]

Lech J. Janczewski (Author, Editor), Andrew M. Colarik (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1591409918 | ISBN-13: 978-1591409915 | Publication Date: May 31, 2007 | Edition: 1

Enormous efficiencies have been gained over the past twenty-five years as a result of the introduction of computers and telecommunications technologies. The use of these systems and networks translates into a major concentration and centralization of information resources, however, this consolidation creates a major vulnerability to a host of attacks and exploitations. Cyber Warfare and Cyber Terrorism reviews related problems, issues, and presentations of the newest research in this field. Cyber Warfare and Cyber Terrorism provides an overview with basic definitions of cyber terrorism and information warfare, along with recommendations on how to handle these attacks. It presents detailed discussion on primary target facilities, deliverables, external penetration, starting points for preparations against attacks, and planning security systems. The book gives a solid introduction to cyber warfare and cyber terrorism in the 21st Century. It is a must-have for information technology specialists and information security specialists who want a first hand briefing on developments related to cyber warfare and cyber terrorism attacks.

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About the Author

Lech Janczewski has over thirty five years experience in information technology. He is an Associate Professor at the University of Auckland, Department of Information Science and Operations Management. His area of research includes management of IS resources with the special emphasis on data security. Dr. Janczewski has written more than 100 publications that have been presented in scientific journals, conference proceedings and books. He is the chairperson of the New Zealand Information Security Forum, a Fellow of the New Zealand Computer Society, and the secretary of the IFIPs Technical Committee on Security and Protection in Information Processing Systems (TC-11). Andrew Colarik has accumulated over twenty five years experience of knowledge utilizing computer information systems. This includes systems analysis and design, network administration, university level teaching, and the justification, specification, and implementation of factory and office automation. He is the holder of a PhD in Information Systems from the University of Auckland, and a Masters of Business Administration from Kent State University. As a researcher, author, and inventor, Dr. Colarik has been published in top-tier security conferences, authored several information security books, and is an inventor of both utility and design patents.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 532 pages
• Publisher: IGI Global; 1 edition (May 31, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591409918
• ISBN-13: 978-1591409915
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #733,158 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars overpriced, August 27, 2007

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This review is from: Cyber Warfare and Cyber Terrorism (Premier Reference) (Hardcover)

The book is very overpriced at $165. But it does contain timely discussions of how cyber warfare might be conducted. Some chapters are at the high level of how cyber warface could be another form of actual warfare. But other chapters are really not about cyber warfare but about different types of malware or activities on the internet. To some extent, the book has been padded out, relative to its title.

For example, there is a chapter on steganography. "Steg". Explaining what it is and how to (try to) detect it. Technically quite accurate. Invariably, discussions about cyber warfar and terrorism mention steg. It's quite dramatic. But the reader should keep in mind that thus far, steg is one of these phenomena that is more conjectured than real. While certainly steg is possible, there have been relatively few cases of actual, non-trivial steg encoded messages or webpages. Sure, terrorists might be using it. But outside spy novels, how much so?

Another example are the mentions of phishing, interspersed through various chapters. By no stretch of the imagination can this be construed as cyber warfare or terrorism. Phishing is a scam for monetary gain. The way the book includes this is by suggesting that terrorists could finance themselves via phishing. Again, this is possible. But also a stretch.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A thorough first idea over the subject, January 21, 2010

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It offers to the reader a thorough view over the subject giving consice articles concerning the different aspects of the issue. It is easy reading and you will not feel boring.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Purchase review, February 3, 2010

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The book was at a good price and delivered timely. I will buy again from amazon