Privacy concerns in the virtual world are often compounded by lack of information and...

Mobile devices, such as smart phones, have achieved computing and networking capabilities comparable to traditional personal computers. Their successful consumerization has also become a source of pain for adopting users and organizations. In particular, the widespread presence of information-stealing applications and other types of mobile malware raises substantial security and privacy concerns.

Android Malware presents a systematic view on state-of-the-art mobile malware that targets the popular Android mobile platform. Covering key topics like the Android malware history,...

In-depth counterintelligence tactics to fight cyber-espionage

"A comprehensive and unparalleled overview of the topic by experts in the field."--Slashdot

Expose, pursue, and prosecute the perpetrators of advanced persistent threats (APTs) using the tested security techniques and real-world case studies featured in this one-of-a-kind guide. Reverse Deception: Organized Cyber Threat Counter-Exploitation shows how to assess your network's vulnerabilities, zero in on targets, and effectively block intruders. Discover how to set up digital traps, misdirect and...

The latest tactics for thwarting digital attacks

"Our new reality is zero-day, APT, and state-sponsored attacks. Today, more than ever, security professionals need to get into the hacker's mind, methods, and toolbox to successfully deter such relentless assaults. This edition brings readers abreast with the latest attack vectors and arms them for these continually evolving threats." --Brett Wahlin, CSO, Sony Network Entertainment

"Stop taking punches--let's change the game; it's time for a paradigm shift in the way we secure our networks, and Hacking Exposed 7 is the...

Learn how to improve the security posture of your organization and defend against some of the most pervasive network attacks. Malware, Rootkits & Botnets: A Beginner's Guide explains the nature, sophistication, and danger of these risks and offers best practices for thwarting them.

After reviewing the current threat landscape, the book describes the entire threat lifecycle, explaining how cybercriminals create, deploy, and manage the malware, rootkits, and botnets under their control. You'll learn proven techniques for...

"This book is a must-read for any security professional responsible for VoIP or UC infrastructure. This new edition is a powerful resource that will help you keep your communications systems secure." --Dan York, Producer and Co-Host, Blue Box: The VoIP Security Podcast

"The original edition, Hacking Exposed: Voice over IP Secrets & Solutions, provided a valuable resource for security professionals. But since then, criminals abusing VoIP and UC have become more sophisticated and prolific, with some high-profile cases ringing up...

Fully revised to include cutting-edge new tools for your security arsenal, Anti-Hacker Tool Kit, Fourth Edition reveals how to protect your network from a wide range of nefarious exploits. You'll get detailed explanations of each tool's function along with best practices for configuration and implementation illustrated by code samples and up-to-date, real-world case studies. This new edition includes references to short videos that demonstrate several of the tools in action. Organized by category, this practical guide makes it easy to...