Defense against the Black Arts: How Hackers Do What They Do and How to Protect against It

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File type: PDF

Size: 11,5 MB

Number of Pages: 396

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This guide to common computer hacking techniques and defenses against them provides a detailed exploration of how computers are compromised and explains multi-level resources for protecting information and infrastructures. The volume covers hacking the Microsoft Windows operating system, hacking and manipulating websites, monitoring and capturing network traffic, wireless hacking and software and tools. A small section on hacking Apple Mac operating systems is also included. Chapters include numerous illustrations, screenshots and step-by-step instructions. The authors are computer security professionals working in both governmental and private institution