Foundations of information security : a straightforward introduction / Jason Andress

Includes index.

Chapter1.What is information security -- Chapter2.Identification and authentication -- Chapter3.Authorization and access controls -- Chapter4.Auditing and accountability -- Chapter5.Cryptography -- Chapter6.Compliance, laws and regulations -- Chapter7.Operations security -- Chapter8.Human element security -- Chapter9.Physical security -- Chapter10.Network security -- Chapter11.Operating system security -- Chapter12.Mobile, embedded and internet of things security -- Chapter13.Application security -- Chapter14.Assessing security.

In this high-level survey of the information security field, best-selling author Jason Andress covers the basics of a wide variety of topics, from authentication and authorization to maintaining confidentiality and performing penetration testing. Using real-world security breaches as examples, Foundations of Information Security explores common applications of these concepts, such as operations security, network design, hardening and patching operating systems, securing mobile devices, as well as tools for assessing the security of hosts and applications. A valuable resource for beginning security professionals, network systems administrators, or anyone new to the field, Foundations of Information Security is a great place to start your journey into the dynamic and rewarding field of information security.