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Hands-On Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

Author(s): Michael T. Simpson | Nicholas D. Antill | Robert S. Wilson

ISBN: 9789355738790

4th Edition

Copyright: 2023

India Release: 2023

₹660

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 385

Trim Size: 279 × 216 mm

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Wilson/Simpson/Antill's HANDS-ON ETHICAL HACKING AND NETWORK DEFENSE, 4th edition, equips you with the knowledge and skills to protect networks using the tools and techniques of an ethical hacker. The authors explore the concept of ethical hacking and its practitioners -- explaining their importance in protecting corporate and government data -- and then deliver an in-depth guide to performing security testing. Thoroughly updated, the text covers new security resources, emerging vulnerabilities and innovative methods to protect networks, mobile security considerations, computer crime laws and penalties for illegal computer hacking.

  • The book provides extensive learning tools such as activities, review questions, hands-on projects, and case projects to reinforce key concepts.
  • Case studies guide students through every aspect of network planning, including interconnectedness, physical transmission options, voice and data integration, WAN transport methods, and ATM technologies.
  • Web application hacking sections have been updated with coverage of new attacks and testing methodologies.
  • The discussion of smartphone security provides valuable insights and guidance on the current mobile security landscape.
  • The book concludes with a Final Project requiring students to perform a penetration testing and reporting exercise on a collection of virtual machines.
  • The 4th edition is updated for today's cybersecurity landscape, featuring computer security tools, discussion of new vulnerabilities and exploits, and coverage of innovative methods to protect modern networks.
  • The book also covers ethical and legal issues relevant to penetration testing.
  • The module review questions include in-depth analysis questions that require research and reporting on key security topics.

 

Module 1. Ethical Hacking Overview.

Module 2. TCP/IP Concepts Review.

Module 3. Network and Computer Attacks.

Module 4. Footprinting and Social Engineering.

Module 5. Port Scanning.

Module 7. Programming for Security Professionals.

Module 8. Desktop and Server OS Vulnerabilities.

Module 9. Embedded Operating Systems: The Hidden Threat.

Module 10. Hacking Web Applications.

Module 11. Hacking Wireless Networks.

Module 12. Cryptography.

Module 13. Network Protection Systems.

Module 14. The Final Project.

Appendix A. Legal Resources.

Appendix B. Resources.

Michael T. Simpson

Michael T. Simpson is president/senior consultant of MTS Consulting, Inc., specializing in network security and network design.

 

Robert S. Wilson

Robert S. Wilson is the Cybersecurity Curriculum Coordinator and a cybersecurity instructor for Willis College (Canada’s oldest career college).