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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)

Remediation – incident response tools

Remediation is a vital component of incident response. Remediation incident response tools have features designed to provide an efficient and repeatable way to respond to a cyberattack. These tools help organizations streamline their responses, ensuring that they address not just the symptoms of a breach but also the root causes.

Act (response) tools

Several tools should be part of your response toolkit to respond to incidents effectively. These tools aid in various aspects of incident response, including forensics, data preservation, and recovery. The following are some of the essential tools and their functions:

  • Forensics tools: Forensics tools enable you to accurately examine digital media while maintaining a legally sound audit trail. This ensures that you can do the following:
    • Identify crucial investigative information for backup
    • Preserve the identified information for future analysis
    • Analyze preserved information to uncover...