Cyber Adversary Characterization

Author : Tom Parker,Marcus Sachs,Eric Shaw,Ed Stroz
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2004-07-09
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0080476996

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Cyber Adversary Characterization by Tom Parker,Marcus Sachs,Eric Shaw,Ed Stroz Pdf

The wonders and advantages of modern age electronics and the World Wide Web have also, unfortunately, ushered in a new age of terrorism. The growing connectivity among secure and insecure networks has created new opportunities for unauthorized intrusions into sensitive or proprietary computer systems. Some of these vulnerabilities are waiting to be exploited, while numerous others already have. Everyday that a vulnerability or threat goes unchecked greatly increases an attack and the damage it can cause. Who knows what the prospects for a cascade of failures across US infrastructures could lead to. What type of group or individual would exploit this vulnerability, and why would they do it? "Inside the Mind of a Criminal Hacker" sets the stage and cast of characters for examples and scenarios such as this, providing the security specialist a window into the enemy’s mind - necessary in order to develop a well configured defense. Written by leading security and counter-terrorism experts, whose experience include first-hand exposure in working with government branches & agencies (such as the FBI, US Army, Department of Homeland Security), this book sets a standard for the fight against the cyber-terrorist. Proving, that at the heart of the very best defense is knowing and understanding your enemy. * This book will demonstrate the motives and motivations of criminal hackers through profiling attackers at post attack and forensic levels. * This book is essential to those who need to truly "know thy enemy" in order to prepare the best defense. * . The breadth of material in "Inside the Criminal Mind" will surprise every security specialist and cyber-terrorist buff of how much they do and (more importantly) don't know about the types of adversaries they stand to face.

Author : Clement Guitton
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780190862640

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Inside the Enemy's Computer by Clement Guitton Pdf

Attribution - tracing those responsible for a cyber attack - is of primary importance when classifying it as a criminal act, an act of war, or an act of terrorism. Three assumptions dominate current thinking: attribution is a technical problem; it is unsolvable; and it is unique. Approaching attribution as a problem forces us to consider it either as solved or unsolved. Yet attribution is far more nuanced, and is best approached as a process in constant flux, driven by judicial and political pressures. In the criminal context, courts must assess the guilt of criminals, mainly based on technical evidence. In the national security context, decision-makers must analyse unreliable and mainly non-technical information in order to identify an enemy of the state. Attribution in both contexts is political: in criminal cases, laws reflect society's prevailing norms and powers; in national security cases, attribution reflects a state's will to maintain, increase or assert its power. However, both processes differ on many levels. The constraints, which reflect common aspects of many other political issues, constitute the structure of the book: the need for judgement calls, the role of private companies, the standards of evidence, the role of time, and the plausible deniability of attacks.

Author : Nicholas Kolokotronis,Stavros Shiaeles
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-04
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781000366600

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Cyber-Security Threats, Actors, and Dynamic Mitigation by Nicholas Kolokotronis,Stavros Shiaeles Pdf

Provides a systematic overview of recent advances cyber-security, including attacker’s profiling, proactive risk mitigation, and real-time network monitoring Includes both technical and state-of-the-art research perspectives Covers the contemporary aspects of cyber-security in a rapidly-progressing field Describes tactics, techniques, and procedures that cyber-attackers typically use to attack systems Focuses on information and methodologies for modelling attack strategies

Author : Kenneth Geers
Publisher : Kenneth Geers
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Cyberterrorism
ISBN : 9789949904051

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Strategic Cyber Security by Kenneth Geers Pdf

Author : Prithviraj Dasgupta,Joseph B. Collins,Ranjeev Mittu
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-22
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030556921

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Adversary-Aware Learning Techniques and Trends in Cybersecurity by Prithviraj Dasgupta,Joseph B. Collins,Ranjeev Mittu Pdf

This book is intended to give researchers and practitioners in the cross-cutting fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) and cyber security up-to-date and in-depth knowledge of recent techniques for improving the vulnerabilities of AI/ML systems against attacks from malicious adversaries. The ten chapters in this book, written by eminent researchers in AI/ML and cyber-security, span diverse, yet inter-related topics including game playing AI and game theory as defenses against attacks on AI/ML systems, methods for effectively addressing vulnerabilities of AI/ML operating in large, distributed environments like Internet of Things (IoT) with diverse data modalities, and, techniques to enable AI/ML systems to intelligently interact with humans that could be malicious adversaries and/or benign teammates. Readers of this book will be equipped with definitive information on recent developments suitable for countering adversarial threats in AI/ML systems towards making them operate in a safe, reliable and seamless manner.

Author : Shiva Darshan, S.L.,Manoj Kumar, M.V.,Prashanth, B.S.,Vishnu Srinivasa Murthy, Y.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 451 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781668486689

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Malware Analysis and Intrusion Detection in Cyber-Physical Systems by Shiva Darshan, S.L.,Manoj Kumar, M.V.,Prashanth, B.S.,Vishnu Srinivasa Murthy, Y. Pdf

Many static and behavior-based malware detection methods have been developed to address malware and other cyber threats. Even though these cybersecurity systems offer good outcomes in a large dataset, they lack reliability and robustness in terms of detection. There is a critical need for relevant research on enhancing AI-based cybersecurity solutions such as malware detection and malicious behavior identification. Malware Analysis and Intrusion Detection in Cyber-Physical Systems focuses on dynamic malware analysis and its time sequence output of observed activity, including advanced machine learning and AI-based malware detection and categorization tasks in real time. Covering topics such as intrusion detection systems, low-cost manufacturing, and surveillance robots, this premier reference source is essential for cyber security professionals, computer scientists, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.

Author : Izzat Alsmadi
Publisher : Springer
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2019-01-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030023607

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The NICE Cyber Security Framework by Izzat Alsmadi Pdf

This textbook is for courses in cyber security education that follow National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) KSAs work roles and framework, that adopt the Competency-Based Education (CBE) method. The book follows the CBT (KSA) general framework, meaning each chapter contains three sections, knowledge and questions, and skills/labs for Skills and Abilities. The author makes an explicit balance between knowledge and skills material in information security, giving readers immediate applicable skills. The book is divided into seven parts: Securely Provision; Operate and Maintain; Oversee and Govern; Protect and Defend; Analysis; Operate and Collect; Investigate. All classroom materials (in the book an ancillary) adhere to the NICE framework. Mirrors classes set up by the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Adopts the Competency-Based Education (CBE) method of teaching, used by universities, corporations, and in government training Includes content and ancillaries that provide skill-based instruction on compliance laws, information security standards, risk response and recovery, and more

Author : Hadis Karimipour,Pirathayini Srikantha,Hany Farag,Jin Wei-Kocsis
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2020-07-23
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030455415

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Security of Cyber-Physical Systems by Hadis Karimipour,Pirathayini Srikantha,Hany Farag,Jin Wei-Kocsis Pdf

This book presents a comprehensive overview of security issues in Cyber Physical Systems (CPSs), by analyzing the issues and vulnerabilities in CPSs and examining state of the art security measures. Furthermore, this book proposes various defense strategies including intelligent attack and anomaly detection algorithms. Today’s technology is continually evolving towards interconnectivity among devices. This interconnectivity phenomenon is often referred to as Internet of Things (IoT). IoT technology is used to enhance the performance of systems in many applications. This integration of physical and cyber components within a system is associated with many benefits; these systems are often referred to as Cyber Physical Systems (CPSs). The CPSs and IoT technologies are used in many industries critical to our daily lives. CPSs have the potential to reduce costs, enhance mobility and independence of patients, and reach the body using minimally invasive techniques. Although this interconnectivity of devices can pave the road for immense advancement in technology and automation, the integration of network components into any system increases its vulnerability to cyber threats. Using internet networks to connect devices together creates access points for adversaries. Considering the critical applications of some of these devices, adversaries have the potential of exploiting sensitive data and interrupting the functionality of critical infrastructure. Practitioners working in system security, cyber security & security and privacy will find this book valuable as a reference. Researchers and scientists concentrating on computer systems, large-scale complex systems, and artificial intelligence will also find this book useful as a reference.

Author : Ben Buchanan
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780190694807

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The Cybersecurity Dilemma by Ben Buchanan Pdf

Why do nations break into one another's most important computer networks? There is an obvious answer: to steal valuable information or to attack. But this isn't the full story. This book draws on often-overlooked documents leaked by Edward Snowden, real-world case studies of cyber operations, and policymaker perspectives to show that intruding into other countries' networks has enormous defensive value as well. Two nations, neither of which seeks to harm the other but neither of which trusts the other, will often find it prudent to launch intrusions. This general problem, in which a nation's means of securing itself threatens the security of others and risks escalating tension, is a bedrock concept in international relations and is called the 'security dilemma'. This book shows not only that the security dilemma applies to cyber operations, but also that the particular characteristics of the digital domain mean that the effects are deeply pronounced. The cybersecurity dilemma is both a vital concern of modern statecraft and a means of accessibly understanding the essential components of cyber operations.

Author : Mary Lynn Garcia
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2007-09-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780080554280

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Design and Evaluation of Physical Protection Systems by Mary Lynn Garcia Pdf

Design and Evaluation of Physical Security Systems, Second Edition, includes updated references to security expectations and changes since 9/11. The threat chapter includes references to new threat capabilities in Weapons of Mass Destruction, and a new figure on hate crime groups in the US. All the technology chapters have been reviewed and updated to include technology in use since 2001, when the first edition was published. Garcia has also added a new chapter that shows how the methodology described in the book is applied in transportation systems. College faculty who have adopted this text have suggested improvements and these have been incorporated as well. This second edition also includes some references to the author's recent book on Vulnerability Assessment, to link the two volumes at a high level. New chapter on transportation systems Extensively updated chapter on threat definition Major changes to response chapter

Author : Sushil Jajodia,Paulo Shakarian,V.S. Subrahmanian,Vipin Swarup,Cliff Wang
Publisher : Springer
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-09
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319140391

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Cyber Warfare by Sushil Jajodia,Paulo Shakarian,V.S. Subrahmanian,Vipin Swarup,Cliff Wang Pdf

This book features a wide spectrum of the latest computer science research relating to cyber warfare, including military and policy dimensions. It is the first book to explore the scientific foundation of cyber warfare and features research from the areas of artificial intelligence, game theory, programming languages, graph theory and more. The high-level approach and emphasis on scientific rigor provides insights on ways to improve cyber warfare defense worldwide. Cyber Warfare: Building the Scientific Foundation targets researchers and practitioners working in cyber security, especially government employees or contractors. Advanced-level students in computer science and electrical engineering with an interest in security will also find this content valuable as a secondary textbook or reference.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 2163 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09-02
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9780470035498

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Encyclopedia of Quantitative Risk Analysis and Assessment by Anonim Pdf

Leading the way in this field, the Encyclopedia of Quantitative Risk Analysis and Assessment is the first publication to offer a modern, comprehensive and in-depth resource to the huge variety of disciplines involved. A truly international work, its coverage ranges across risk issues pertinent to life scientists, engineers, policy makers, healthcare professionals, the finance industry, the military and practising statisticians. Drawing on the expertise of world-renowned authors and editors in this field this title provides up-to-date material on drug safety, investment theory, public policy applications, transportation safety, public perception of risk, epidemiological risk, national defence and security, critical infrastructure, and program management. This major publication is easily accessible for all those involved in the field of risk assessment and analysis. For ease-of-use it is available in print and online.

Author : Elias Bou-Harb,Nataliia Neshenko
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030458584

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Cyber Threat Intelligence for the Internet of Things by Elias Bou-Harb,Nataliia Neshenko Pdf

This book reviews IoT-centric vulnerabilities from a multidimensional perspective by elaborating on IoT attack vectors, their impacts on well-known security objectives, attacks which exploit such vulnerabilities, coupled with their corresponding remediation methodologies. This book further highlights the severity of the IoT problem at large, through disclosing incidents of Internet-scale IoT exploitations, while putting forward a preliminary prototype and associated results to aid in the IoT mitigation objective. Moreover, this book summarizes and discloses findings, inferences, and open challenges to inspire future research addressing theoretical and empirical aspects related to the imperative topic of IoT security. At least 20 billion devices will be connected to the Internet in the next few years. Many of these devices transmit critical and sensitive system and personal data in real-time. Collectively known as “the Internet of Things” (IoT), this market represents a $267 billion per year industry. As valuable as this market is, security spending on the sector barely breaks 1%. Indeed, while IoT vendors continue to push more IoT devices to market, the security of these devices has often fallen in priority, making them easier to exploit. This drastically threatens the privacy of the consumers and the safety of mission-critical systems. This book is intended for cybersecurity researchers and advanced-level students in computer science. Developers and operators working in this field, who are eager to comprehend the vulnerabilities of the Internet of Things (IoT) paradigm and understand the severity of accompanied security issues will also be interested in this book.

Author : Kristin E. Heckman,Frank J. Stech,Roshan K. Thomas,Ben Schmoker,Alexander W. Tsow
Publisher : Springer
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-13
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319251332

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Cyber Denial, Deception and Counter Deception by Kristin E. Heckman,Frank J. Stech,Roshan K. Thomas,Ben Schmoker,Alexander W. Tsow Pdf

This book presents the first reference exposition of the Cyber-Deception Chain: a flexible planning and execution framework for creating tactical, operational, or strategic deceptions. This methodology bridges the gap between the current uncoordinated patchwork of tactical denial and deception (D&D) techniques and their orchestration in service of an organization’s mission. Concepts for cyber- D&D planning operations and management are detailed within the larger organizational, business, and cyber defense context. It examines the necessity of a comprehensive, active cyber denial scheme. The authors explain the organizational implications of integrating D&D with a legacy cyber strategy, and discuss trade-offs, maturity models, and lifecycle management. Chapters present the primary challenges in using deception as part of a security strategy, and guides users through the steps to overcome common obstacles. Both revealing and concealing fact and fiction have a critical role in securing private information. Detailed case studies are included. Cyber Denial, Deception and Counter Deception is designed as a reference for professionals, researchers and government employees working in cybersecurity. Advanced-level students in computer science focused on security will also find this book useful as a reference or secondary text book.

Author : Andrew A. Bochman,Sarah Freeman
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781000292978

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Countering Cyber Sabotage by Andrew A. Bochman,Sarah Freeman Pdf

Countering Cyber Sabotage: Introducing Consequence-Driven, Cyber-Informed Engineering (CCE) introduces a new methodology to help critical infrastructure owners, operators and their security practitioners make demonstrable improvements in securing their most important functions and processes. Current best practice approaches to cyber defense struggle to stop targeted attackers from creating potentially catastrophic results. From a national security perspective, it is not just the damage to the military, the economy, or essential critical infrastructure companies that is a concern. It is the cumulative, downstream effects from potential regional blackouts, military mission kills, transportation stoppages, water delivery or treatment issues, and so on. CCE is a validation that engineering first principles can be applied to the most important cybersecurity challenges and in so doing, protect organizations in ways current approaches do not. The most pressing threat is cyber-enabled sabotage, and CCE begins with the assumption that well-resourced, adaptive adversaries are already in and have been for some time, undetected and perhaps undetectable. Chapter 1 recaps the current and near-future states of digital technologies in critical infrastructure and the implications of our near-total dependence on them. Chapters 2 and 3 describe the origins of the methodology and set the stage for the more in-depth examination that follows. Chapter 4 describes how to prepare for an engagement, and chapters 5-8 address each of the four phases. The CCE phase chapters take the reader on a more granular walkthrough of the methodology with examples from the field, phase objectives, and the steps to take in each phase. Concluding chapter 9 covers training options and looks towards a future where these concepts are scaled more broadly.