GUIDE TO NETWORK DEFENSE AND COUNTERMEASURES, International Edition provides a thorough guide to perimeter defense fundamentals, including intrusion detection and firewalls. This trusted text also covers more advanced topics such as security policies, network address translation (NAT), packet filtering and analysis, proxy servers, virtual private networks (VPN), and network traffic signatures. Thoroughly updated, the new third edition reflects the latest technology, trends, and techniques including virtualization, VMware, IPv6, and ICMPv6 structure, making it easier for current and aspiring professionals to stay on the cutting edge and one step ahead of potential security threats. A clear writing style and numerous screenshots and illustrations make even complex technical material easier to understand, while tips, activities, and projects throughout the text allow students to hone their skills by applying what they learn. Perfect for students and professionals alike in this high-demand, fast-growing field, GUIDE TO NETWORK DEFENSE AND COUNTERMEASURES, International Edition, is a must-have resource for success as a network security professional.

This title teaches readers how to counter the new generation of complex threats. Adopting this robust security strategy defends against highly sophisticated attacks that can occur at multiple locations in an organization's network.

Everything you need to know about modern network attacks and defense, in one book Clearly explains core network security concepts, challenges, technologies, and skills Thoroughly updated for the latest attacks and countermeasures The perfect beginner’s guide for anyone interested in a network security career ¿ Security is the IT industry’s hottest topic–and that’s where the hottest opportunities are, too. Organizations desperately need professionals who can help them safeguard against the most sophisticated attacks ever created–attacks from well-funded global criminal syndicates, and even governments. ¿ Today, security begins with defending the organizational network. Network Defense and Countermeasures, Second Edition is today’s most complete, easy-to-understand introduction to modern network attacks and their effective defense. From malware and DDoS attacks to firewalls and encryption, Chuck Easttom blends theoretical foundations with up-to-the-minute best-practice techniques. Starting with the absolute basics, he discusses crucial topics many security books overlook, including the emergence of network-based espionage and terrorism. ¿ If you have a basic understanding of networks, that’s all the background you’ll need to succeed with this book: no math or advanced computer science is required. You’ll find projects, questions, exercises, case studies, links to expert resources, and a complete glossary–all designed to deepen your understanding and prepare you to defend real-world networks. ¿ Learn how to Understand essential network security concepts, challenges, and careers Learn how modern attacks work Discover how firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and virtual private networks (VPNs) combine to protect modern networks Select the right security technologies for any network environment Use encryption to protect information Harden Windows and Linux systems and keep them patched Securely configure web browsers to resist attacks Defend against malware Define practical, enforceable security policies Use the “6 Ps” to assess technical and human aspects of system security Detect and fix system vulnerability Apply proven security standards and models, including Orange Book, Common Criteria, and Bell-LaPadula Ensure physical security and prepare for disaster recovery Know your enemy: learn basic hacking, and see how to counter it Understand standard forensic techniques and prepare for investigations of digital crime ¿

Tired of playing catchup with hackers? Does it ever seem they have all of the cool tools? Does it seem like defending a network is just not fun? This books introduces new cyber-security defensive tactics to annoy attackers, gain attribution and insight on who and where they are. It discusses how to attack attackers in a way which is legal and incredibly useful.

"This book discusses the security and optimization of computer networks for use in a variety of disciplines and fields, touching on such matters as mobile and VPN security, IP spoofing, and intrusion detection"--

Discusses virtual network security concepts Considers proactive security using moving target defense Reviews attack representation models based on attack graphs and attack trees Examines service function chaining in virtual networks with security considerations Recognizes machine learning and AI in network security

Security is the IT industry's hottest topic -- and that's where the hottest opportunities are, too. Organizations desperately need professionals who can help them safeguard against the most sophisticated attacks ever created. Today, security begins with defending the organizational network. "Network Defense and Countermeasures", Second Edition is today's most complete, easy-to-understand introduction to modern network attacks and their effective defense. From malware and DDoS attacks to firewalls and encryption, Chuck Easttom blends theoretical foundations with up-to-the-minute best-practice techniques. Starting with the absolute basics, he discusses crucial topics many security books overlook, including the emergence of network-based espionage and terrorism. If you have a basic understanding of networks, that's all the background you'll need to succeed with this book: no math or advanced computer science is required. You'll find projects, questions, exercises, case studies, links to expert resources, and a complete glossary -- all designed to deepen your understanding and prepare you to defend real-world networks. -- From publisher's description.