Introduction to Cybersecurity
In today’s tech-driven landscape, cybersecurity has become essential rather than optional. As businesses and individuals increasingly depend on technology for storing, processing, and sharing information, the dangers posed by cyber threats have surged dramatically. Cybersecurity is all about protecting systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, destruction, or theft.
With the rise of ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and data breaches, cybercriminals are continually adapting their methods. This reality underscores the importance for organizations of every size to take a proactive and strategic stance in safeguarding their digital resources. By cultivating a robust cybersecurity strategy, companies not only protect sensitive information but also foster customer trust and ensure smooth business operations.
1. Foundation Building For CyberSecurity
Cryptography and PKI
Books:
- “Applied Cryptography” by Bruce Schneier.
- “Cryptography and Network Security” by William Stallings.
Key Topics:
- Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Cryptography (AES, RSA, ECC).
- Key Management and Distribution (HSMs, key rotation policies).
- Certificates, PKI, and X.509 Standard.
Tools:
- OpenSSL: Practice generating keys, and signing certificates.
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