Explore Products

Best Sellers

New Releases

Books

Videos

Audiobooks

Free Learning

Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends, and Strategies

You're reading from Cybersecurity Threats, Malware Trends, and Strategies Discover risk mitigation strategies for modern threats to your organization

Product type Paperback

Published in Jan 2023

Publisher Packt

ISBN-13 9781804613672

Length 584 pages

Edition 2nd Edition

Concepts

Cybersecurity

Author (1):

Tim Rains

View More author details

Table of Contents (15) Chapters

Preface

1. Introduction

2. What to Know about Threat Intelligence FREE CHAPTER

3. Using Vulnerability Trends to Reduce Risk and Costs

4. The Evolution of Malware

5. Internet-Based Threats

6. The Roles Governments Play in Cybersecurity

7. Government Access to Data

8. Ingredients for a Successful Cybersecurity Strategy

9. Cybersecurity Strategies

10. Strategy Implementation

11. Measuring Performance and Effectiveness

12. Modern Approaches to Security and Compliance

13. Other Books You May Enjoy

14. Index

Join our book community on Discord

https://packt.link/SecNet

In the previous of chapters of this book, we discussed several types of threats in detail including vulnerabilities, different categories of malware, ransomware (targeted attacks with extortion), and internet-based threats like phishing, drive-by download attacks, and DDoS attacks. In this chapter we’ll explore another potential threat that concerns many CISOs and security teams – governments. Note that I’ll be discussing legal concepts and mechanisms, regulations, and laws in this chapter. I’m not an attorney and I’m not offering legal advice. I recommend that you consult a qualified attorney for advice on the topics you read in this chapter. Additionally, what is written in this chapter and in the entire book are my own personal opinions and not those of my current employer or any former employers. With that said, let’s get started!

Things changed dramatically in June of 2013. At...

The rest of the chapter is locked

Register for a free Packt account to unlock a world of extra content!

A free Packt account unlocks extra newsletters, articles, discounted offers, and much more. Start advancing your knowledge today.

Unlock this book and the full library FREE for 7 days

Get unlimited access to 7000+ expert-authored eBooks and videos courses covering every tech area you can think of

Start free trial

Renews at $19.99/month. Cancel anytime

Authors (1)

Tim Rains

Tim Rains

Tim Rains is an internationally recognized cybersecurity executive, advisor, and author. Currently, Tim is Vice President Trust & Cyber Risk at T-Mobile where he leads risk, strategy, assurance, compliance, and vulnerability management. Prior to this, Tim was the Global Security Lead for Worldwide Public Sector at Amazon Web Services. Tim also held the post of Executive Director Cybersecurity Strategy at the Las Vegas Sands Corporation, the world's largest gaming company. Tim spent 17 years at Microsoft where he worked in numerous roles including Global Chief Security Advisor, Director of Trustworthy Computing, and Technical Lead of Microsoft's customer-facing Security Incident Response Team.

See other products by Tim Rains

Personalised recommendations for you

Based on your interests and search pattern

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

This book helps entry, mid-level, and senior managers master soft skills, craft a compelling brand, and strategically plan their career in C-suite roles with the help of expert insights needed for success in digital leadership and executive roles.

Jun 2024 8h 32m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

Malware Development for Ethical Hackers

This book will help you understand malware development by delving into the intricate mechanisms of malware development, injection attacks, and advanced evasion strategies with over 80 real-life examples.

Jun 2024 13h 0m