This annually updated handbook provides a compilation of the fundamental knowledge, skills, techniques, and tools required by IT security professionals. It covers the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) that forms the standard on which all IT security programs and certifications are based. Topics covered include access control, physical (environmental) security, cryptography, application security, and operations security. Updates include new developments in information security and the (ISC)2 CBK. Other information provided in this handbook includes mobile device security, adaptive threat defense,...

Updated annually, the Information Security Management Handbook, Sixth Edition, Volume 6 is the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference available on information security and assurance. Bringing together the knowledge, skills, techniques, and tools required of IT security professionals, it facilitates the up-to-date understanding required to stay one step ahead of evolving threats, standards, and regulations. Reporting on the latest developments in information security and recent changes to the (ISC)2(R) CISSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK(R)), this volume features new information on...