Cyber Risk Management: Prioritize Threats, Identify Vulnerabilities and Apply Controls
Author: by Christopher J Hodson (Author)
Publisher finelybook 出版社: Kogan Page
Edition 版次: 2nd
Publication Date 出版日期: 2024-02-27
Language 语言: English
Print Length 页数: 448 pages
ISBN-10: 1398613517
ISBN-13: 9781398613515
Book Description
How can you manage the complex threats that can cause financial, operational and reputational damage to the business? This practical guide shows how to implement a successful cyber security programme.
The second edition of Cyber Risk Management covers the latest developments in cyber security for those responsible for managing threat events, vulnerabilities and controls. These include the impact of Web3 and the metaverse on cyber security, supply-chain security in the gig economy and exploration of the global, macroeconomic conditions that affect strategies. It explains how COVID-19 and remote working changed the cybersecurity landscape.
Cyber Risk Management presents a data-centric approach to cyber risk management based on business impact assessments, data classification, data flow modelling and assessing return on investment. It covers pressing developments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data and cloud mobility, and includes advice on dealing with malware, data leakage, insider threat and Denial-of-Service. With analysis on the innate human factors affecting cyber risk and awareness and the importance of communicating security effectively, this book is essential reading for all risk and cybersecurity professionals.
Review
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In the fast-paced world of cybersecurity, Cyber Risk Management is a guiding light. This book combines expertise with a friendly touch, making it easy for readers to tackle security challenges, no matter their technical background. Christopher Hodson has a knack for unravelling cybersecurity jargon and presenting complex ideas in a way that anyone can understand. He effortlessly blends theory with practical examples, ensuring readers not only grasp the basics but also gain insights into real-world scenarios.
Throughout the book, Hodson expertly covers the essentials of cybersecurity risk management, offering a solid framework for prioritizing threats, spotting vulnerabilities, and implementing effective controls. His conversational tone and patient approach make this book a valuable resource for both seasoned practitioners and newcomers.
” ― Dana Wolf, CEO and Co-Founder, YeshID
“Everyone in the cybersecurity universe is experiencing a pace of change and complexity which is simply unprecedented. Christopher Hodson has captured our universe as it is today. He covers the meteoric rise of LLMs and changes in social appetite to technology, with the keen insight, deep expertise and humour that we expect from him. He gives us a reason to feel optimistic about these changes. Whilst so much is changing, the importance of understanding cybersecurity remains paramount and constant.” ― Phil Owen MBE, VP/Chief Security Officer, Telus Health
“Cyber Risk Management serves as both a valuable playbook for security leaders building out their programs, and a much-needed reference for their key business and technical partners across the organization. Christopher Hodson reinforces and enriches each topic by drawing upon a diverse set of examples from emerging technologies, geopolitical and regulatory forces, historical events, and noteworthy incidents.” ― Ryan Kazanciyan, CISO, Wiz
