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Cybersecurity for Beginners is an engaging, informal introduction to the field of cybersecurity. Readers learn how attackers operate, as well as how to defend individuals and organizations against online attacks.
• An accessible introduction to the field of cybersecurity, requiring no prior technical knowledge
• Readers learn how "black hat" (criminal) hackers select targets, trick victims into divulging private information, deploy malware, steal passwords, steal data, pirate WiFi, and escape detection
• Readers also learn strategies for defending against online attacks
How Cybersecurity Really Works A Hands-On Guide for Total Beginners
by Grubb, SamFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2021-06-16
Publisher(s): No Starch Press
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Author Biography
Sam Grubb is a cybersecurity consultant at Edafio, where he focuses on policy, security risk assessments, and security awareness programs. Previously, Grubb worked as a contractor for the National Guard, teaching information assurance courses.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: An Introduction to Cybersecurity
Chapter 2: Attack Targets on the Internet
Chapter 3: Phishing Tactics
Chapter 4: Malware Infections
Chapter 5: Password Thefts and Other Account Access Tricks
Chapter 6: Network Tapping
Chapter 7: Attacks in the Cloud
Chapter 8: Wireless Network Pirating
Chapter 9: Encryption Cracking
Chapter 10: How to Defeat Black Hats
Chapter 2: Attack Targets on the Internet
Chapter 3: Phishing Tactics
Chapter 4: Malware Infections
Chapter 5: Password Thefts and Other Account Access Tricks
Chapter 6: Network Tapping
Chapter 7: Attacks in the Cloud
Chapter 8: Wireless Network Pirating
Chapter 9: Encryption Cracking
Chapter 10: How to Defeat Black Hats
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