Summaries of books about Security & Cryptography:
Cybersecurity and Cyberwar
What Everyone Needs to Know?
P.W. Singer|Allan Friedman
The book provides a comprehensive overview of the field of cybersecurity, explaining complex concepts in an accessible manner and discussing the various challenges and threats in cyberspace. It covers topics such as internet vulnerabilities, cybercrime, cyberwarfare, and the roles of government and private sector in protecting against cyber threats.
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Inventing Bitcoin
The Technology Behind The First Truly Scarce and Decentralized Money Explained
Yan Pritzker
The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles and technology that underpin Bitcoin, aiming to demystify the complex concepts of blockchain, cryptography, and decentralized consensus for a general audience. It explains how Bitcoin operates as a scarce and decentralized digital currency, offering insights into its potential to transform the financial landscape.
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Practical Malware Analysis
The Hands-On Guide to Dissecting Malicious Software
Michael Sikorski|Andrew Honig
The book provides a comprehensive guide to analyzing, reverse engineering, and diagnosing malware, including techniques for setting up a safe virtual environment and using tools to dissect binaries. It covers static and dynamic analysis, debugging, and understanding common malware behaviors, aimed at equipping readers with practical skills for defending against malicious software.
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Cult of the Dead Cow
How the Original Hacking Supergroup Might Just Save the World
Joseph Menn
The book chronicles the history and impact of the Cult of the Dead Cow, one of the most influential hacking groups in the digital age. It details their exploits in cybersecurity, their role in developing early hacking tools, and their influence on internet culture and politics, including the revelation of a presidential candidate's past involvement with the group.
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The Pentester BluePrint
Starting a Career as an Ethical Hacker
Phillip L. Wylie|Kim Crawley
The book provides a comprehensive guide for individuals looking to enter the field of ethical hacking, covering fundamental concepts, necessary skills, and practical steps to start a career in penetration testing. It offers insights into the cybersecurity industry, advice on building a personal brand, and strategies for gaining experience and certifications to succeed as a professional ethical hacker.
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CISM Certified Information Security Manager All-in-One Exam Guide
Peter H. Gregory
The book serves as a comprehensive study guide for the CISM exam, covering all four information security management areas defined by ISACA, with in-depth explanations of concepts, practices, and strategies. It includes practice questions, real-world scenarios, and detailed explanations to help readers understand the principles of information security management and prepare for certification.
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Metasploit
The Penetration Tester's Guide
David Kennedy|Jim O'Gorman|Devon Kearns|Mati Aharoni
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to the Metasploit Framework, providing readers with step-by-step instructions on how to harness its capabilities for conducting penetration testing and security assessments. It covers the basics of exploit development, writing Metasploit modules, and executing attack strategies to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in systems.
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Violent Python
A Cookbook for Hackers, Forensic Analysts, Penetration Testers and Security Engineers
TJ O'Connor
The book serves as a practical guide to using Python for various cybersecurity tasks, including writing scripts to automate hacking, forensics, network analysis, and penetration testing. It provides readers with hands-on examples and recipes for tackling common security challenges and creating tools to test and improve system security.
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Tribe of Hackers
Cybersecurity Advice from the Best Hackers in the World
Marcus J. Carey|Jennifer Jin
The book is a compilation of insights and advice from over 70 cybersecurity experts, offering diverse perspectives on personal experiences, career guidance, and strategies for success in the field of information security. It covers topics ranging from ethical hacking to the future of cybersecurity, providing readers with practical knowledge and inspiration from leading professionals.
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Tribe of Hackers Red Team
Tribal Knowledge from the Best in Offensive Cybersecurity
Marcus J. Carey|Jennifer Jin
The book is a compilation of insights and advice from leading cybersecurity experts specializing in offensive tactics, providing readers with a deep dive into red teaming methodologies, tools, and strategies. It features interviews with professionals who share their experiences, techniques, and personal journeys in the field of ethical hacking and penetration testing.
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