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Critical Infrastructure Security

By : Soledad Antelada Toledano
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Critical Infrastructure Security

By: Soledad Antelada Toledano

Overview of this book

Discover the core of cybersecurity through gripping real-world accounts of the most common assaults on critical infrastructure – the body of vital systems, networks, and assets so essential that their continued operation is required to ensure the security of a nation, its economy, and the public’s health and safety – with this guide to understanding cybersecurity principles. From an introduction to critical infrastructure and cybersecurity concepts to the most common types of attacks, this book takes you through the life cycle of a vulnerability and how to assess and manage it. You’ll study real-world cybersecurity breaches, each incident providing insights into the principles and practical lessons for cyber defenders striving to prevent future breaches. From DDoS to APTs, the book examines how each threat activates, operates, and succeeds. Additionally, you’ll analyze the risks posed by computational paradigms, such as the advancement of AI and quantum computing, to legacy infrastructure. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to identify key cybersecurity principles that can help mitigate evolving attacks to critical infrastructure.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
1
Part 1: Introduction to Critical Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Concepts
5
Part 2: Dissecting Cyberattacks on CI
8
Part 3: Protecting Critical Infrastructure
12
Part 4: What’s Next

Cross-sector collaboration

Different sectors of CI (such as energy, telecommunications, and transportation) will increasingly need to collaborate to address shared risks and vulnerabilities.

In the intricate web of modern CI, the lines between sectors are becoming ever more blurred. The energy sector relies on telecommunications for smart grid management, while transportation systems are interwoven with both to ensure smooth and efficient operations. In this interconnected environment, a vulnerability in one sector can quickly become a systemic threat, highlighting the imperative for cross-sector collaboration.

This collaboration is rooted in the understanding that risks and threats are not confined to single sectors. Cyber attackers often exploit the weakest link in a chain that spans multiple industries. For example, an attack on the healthcare sector could also expand and affect the pharmaceutical industry and health-tech vendors. A coordinated approach to security that leverages...