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Information Security Handbook - Second Edition

By : Darren Death
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Information Security Handbook - Second Edition

By: Darren Death

Overview of this book

Information Security Handbook is a practical guide that’ll empower you to take effective actions in securing your organization’s assets. Whether you are an experienced security professional seeking to refine your skills or someone new to the field looking to build a strong foundation, this book is designed to meet you where you are and guide you toward improving your understanding of information security. Each chapter addresses the key concepts, practical techniques, and best practices to establish a robust and effective information security program. You’ll be offered a holistic perspective on securing information, including risk management, incident response, cloud security, and supply chain considerations. This book has distilled years of experience and expertise of the author, Darren Death, into clear insights that can be applied directly to your organization’s security efforts. Whether you work in a large enterprise, a government agency, or a small business, the principles and strategies presented in this book are adaptable and scalable to suit your specific needs. By the end of this book, you’ll have all the tools and guidance needed to fortify your organization’s defenses and expand your capabilities as an information security practitioner.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)

Identifying threats and choosing the right approach

When conducting a risk assessment, the first step is identifying potential threats your organization may encounter. This list should include the following:

  • Threat: A threat refers to any situation or event that has the potential to cause harm to your organization’s operations, resources, reputation, personnel, other organizations, or even national security through an information system
  • Threat source: The intent and method aimed at intentionally exploiting a vulnerability or a situation that may accidentally lead to vulnerability exploitation
  • Description: A brief narrative that defines the threat and threat source pairing, ensuring consistent application of this information throughout the risk management process

The choice between qualitative and quantitative risk assessments depends on the organization’s needs and the evaluated risks. Organizations may choose to use a combination of both qualitative...