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A simple and complete introduction to the fundamentals of information security

Table of Contents

1. What is Information Security? 2. Identification and Authentication 3. Authorization and Access Control 4. Auditing and Accountability 5. Cryptography 6. Legal and Regulatory Issues 7. Operations Security 8. Human Element Security 9. Physical Security 10. Network Security 11. Operating System Security 12. Application Security

About the Author

Jason Andress (CISSP, ISSAP, CISM, GPEN) is a seasoned security professional with a depth of experience in both the academic and business worlds. Presently he carries out information security oversight duties, performing penetration testing, risk assessment, and compliance functions to ensure that critical assets are protected. Jason has taught undergraduate and graduate security courses since 2005 and holds a doctorate in computer science, researching in the area of data protection. He has authored several publications and books, writing on topics including data security, network security, penetration testing, and digital forensics.

Reviews

"...can best serve as a precursor to the issue of information security, as it introduces various threat perceptions and related topics in a manner that is easy to understand." --Computing Reviews, 2014