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This book offers the latest research results and predictions in data protection with a special focus on post-pandemic society. This book also includes various case studies and applications on data protection. It includes the Internet of Things (IoT), smart cities, federated learning, Metaverse, cryptography and cybersecurity. Data protection has burst onto the computer security scene due to the increased interest in securing personal data. Data protection is a key aspect of information security where personal and business data need to be protected from unauthorized access and modification. The stolen personal information has been used for many purposes such as ransom, bullying and identity theft. Due to the wider usage of the Internet and social media applications, people make themselves vulnerable by sharing personal data. This book discusses the challenges associated with personal data protection prior, during and post COVID-19 pandemic. Some of these challenges are caused by the technological advancements (e.g. Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) and ChatGPT). In order to preserve the privacy of the data involved, there are novel techniques such as zero knowledge proof, fully homomorphic encryption, multi-party computations are being deployed. The tension between data privacy and data utility drive innovation in this area where numerous start-ups around the world have started receiving funding from government agencies and venture capitalists. This fuels the adoption of privacy-preserving data computation techniques in real application and the field is rapidly evolving. Researchers and students studying/working in data protection and related security fields will find this book useful as a reference.

This book includes extended and revised versions of selected papers from the 7th and 8th edition of the International Conference on Information Systems Security and Privacy (ICISSP 2021 and ICISSP 2022). ICISSP 2021 and 2022 was held as an online event due to the Covid-19 pandemic, from February 11¿13, 2021 and February 9¿11, 2022. respectively.The 6 full papers included in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 217 submissions. The ICISSP 2021 and 2022 book contains extended and revised version of proceedings papers dealing with information systems security and privacy.

Get to grips with Microsoft's enterprise defense suite and its capabilities, deployments, incident response, and defense against cyber threatsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF ebookKey Features:- Help in understanding Microsoft 365 Defender and how it is crucial for security operations- Implementation of the proactive security defense capabilities of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Office 365, and Cloud Apps so that attacks can be stopped before they start- A guide to hunting and responding to threats using M365D's extended detection and response capabilitiesBook Description:This book will help you get up and running with Microsoft 365 Defender and help you use the whole suite effectively.You'll start with a quick overview of cybersecurity risks that modern organizations face, such as ransomware and APT attacks, how Microsoft is making massive investments in security today, and gain an understanding of how to deploy Microsoft Defender for Endpoint by diving deep into configurations and their architecture.As you progress, you'll learn how to configure Microsoft Defender Antivirus, and onboard and manage macOS, Android, and Linux MDE devices for effective solutions. You'll also learn how to deploy Microsoft Defender for Identity and explore its different deployment methods that can protect your hybrid identity platform, as well as how to configure Microsoft Defender for Office 365 and Cloud Apps, and manage KQL queries for advanced hunting with ease. Toward the end, you'll find out how M365D can be integrated with Sentinel and how to use APIs for incident response.By the end of this book, you will have a deep understanding of Microsoft 365 Defender, and how to protect and respond to security threats.What You Will Learn:- Understand the Threat Landscape for enterprises- Effectively implement end-point security- Manage identity and access management using Microsoft 365 defender- Protect the productivity suite with Microsoft Defender for Office 365- Hunting for threats using Microsoft 365 DefenderWho this book is for:You're a security engineer, incident responder, blue teamer, or an IT security professional who wants to deploy and manage Microsoft 365 Defender services and successfully investigate and respond tocyber threatsYou have a basic understanding of networking, vulnerabilities, operating systems, email, Active Directory, and cloud appsTable of Contents- Microsoft and Modern Cybersecurity Threats- Microsoft 365 Defender: The Big Picture- The Fundamentals of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint- Onboarding Windows Clients and Servers- Getting Started with Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows- Advanced Microsoft Defender Antivirus for Windows- Managing Attack Surface Reduction for Windows- Managing Additional Capabilities for Windows- Onboarding and Managing macOS- Onboarding and Managing Linux Servers- Onboarding and Managing iOS and Android- Deploying Microsoft Defender for Identity- Managing Defender for Identity- Deploying Exchange Online Protection- Deploying Defender for Office 365- Implementing and Managing Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps- Maintaining Security Hygiene and Threat Awareness- Extended Detection and Response with Microsoft 365 Defender- Advanced Hunting with KQL- Microsoft Sentinel Integration- Understanding Microsoft 365 Defender APIs- Glossary- Answers

This book covers cybersecurity, privacy and control methods and technologies integrated with blockchain and multimedia AI, including encryption and watermarking techniques, wearable-based IoT security methods, multimedia data forensics and video monitoring.

This book presents cutting-edge research on the use of AI for biometrics and cybersecurity including Machine and Deep Learning architectures, emerging applications and ethical and legal concerns.

Use real-world reconnaissance techniques to efficiently gather sensitive information on systems and networksPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookKey Features:Learn how adversaries use reconnaissance techniques to discover security vulnerabilities on systemsDevelop advanced open source intelligence capabilities to find sensitive informationExplore automated reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment tools to profile systems and networksBook Description:This book explores reconnaissance techniques - the first step in discovering security vulnerabilities and exposed network infrastructure. It aids ethical hackers in understanding adversaries' methods of identifying and mapping attack surfaces, such as network entry points, which enables them to exploit the target and steal confidential information.Reconnaissance for Ethical Hackers helps you get a comprehensive understanding of how threat actors are able to successfully leverage the information collected during the reconnaissance phase to scan and enumerate the network, collect information, and pose various security threats. This book helps you stay one step ahead in knowing how adversaries use tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to successfully gain information about their targets, while you develop a solid foundation on information gathering strategies as a cybersecurity professional. The concluding chapters will assist you in developing the skills and techniques used by real adversaries to identify vulnerable points of entry into an organization and mitigate reconnaissance-based attacks.By the end of this book, you'll have gained a solid understanding of reconnaissance, as well as learned how to secure yourself and your organization without causing significant disruption.What You Will Learn:Understand the tactics, techniques, and procedures of reconnaissanceGrasp the importance of attack surface management for organizationsFind out how to conceal your identity online as an ethical hackerExplore advanced open source intelligence (OSINT) techniquesPerform active reconnaissance to discover live hosts and exposed portsUse automated tools to perform vulnerability assessments on systemsDiscover how to efficiently perform reconnaissance on web applicationsImplement open source threat detection and monitoring toolsWho this book is for:If you are an ethical hacker, a penetration tester, red teamer, or any cybersecurity professional looking to understand the impact of reconnaissance-based attacks, how they take place, and what organizations can do to protect against them, then this book is for you. Cybersecurity professionals will find this book useful in determining the attack surface of their organizations and assets on their network, while understanding the behavior of adversaries.

Digital forensics deals with the acquisition, preservation, examination, analysis and presentation of electronic evidence. Computer networks, cloud computing, smartphones, embedded devices and the Internet of Things have expanded the role of digital forensics beyond traditional computer crime investigations.  Practically every crime now involves some aspect of digital evidence; digital forensics provides the techniques and tools to articulate this evidence in legal proceedings.  Digital forensics also has myriad intelligence applications; furthermore, it has a vital role in cyber security -- investigations of security breaches yield valuable information that can be used to design more secure and resilient systems. Advances in Digital Forensics XVIII describes original research results and innovative applications in the discipline of digital forensics.  In addition, it highlights some of the major technical and legal issues related to digital evidence and electronic crime investigations.  The areas of coverage include: This book is the eighteenth volume in the annual series produced by the International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP) Working Group 11.9 on Digital Forensics, an international community of scientists, engineers and practitioners dedicated to advancing the state of the art of research and practice in digital forensics.  The book contains a selection of eleven edited papers from the Eighteenth Annual IFIP WG 11.9 International Conference on Digital Forensics, a fully-virtual event held in the winter of 2022.  

This book revises and expands upon the prior edition of Multi-Modal Face Presentation Attack Detection. The authors begin with fundamental and foundational information on face spoofing attack detection, explaining why the computer vision community has intensively studied it for the last decade. The authors also discuss the reasons that cause face anti-spoofing to be essential for preventing security breaches in face recognition systems. In addition, the book describes the factors that make it difficult to design effective methods of face presentation attack detection challenges. The book presents a thorough review and evaluation of current techniques and identifies those that have achieved the highest level of performance in a series of ChaLearn face anti-spoofing challenges at CVPR and ICCV. The authors also highlight directions for future research in face anti-spoofing that would lead to progress in the field. Additional analysis, new methodologies, and a more comprehensive survey of solutions are included in this new edition.

This book presents selected papers from the 17th International Conference on Intelligent Information Hiding and Multimedia Signal Processing, in conjunction with the 14th International Conference on Frontiers of Information Technology, Applications and Tools, held on 29-31 October 2021 in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. It is divided into two volumes and discusses latest research outcomes in the field of information technology (IT) including but not limited to information hiding, multimedia signal processing, big data, data mining, bioinformatics, database, industrial and internet of things, and their applications.

This contributed volume tells the story of the establishment of a cybersecurity awareness framework for organizations, and how it was piloted in two public sector municipal contexts. It presents a clear picture of cybersecurity issues in municipalities and proposes a socio-technical solution for creating cybersecurity awareness, how to build the solution and what the impact is on the municipal contexts. The 9 chapters for this book also provide information regarding the design, the deployment and the evaluation of the technology.This book builds on the success of the European Horizon 2020 research and innovation project CS-AWARE. The research proposes the first cybersecurity situational awareness solution for local public administrations  based on an analysis of the context, provides automatic incident detection and visualization, and enables information exchange with relevant national and EU level authorities involved in legislation and network security.Cybersecurity is one of the most challenging security problems for commercial companies, NGOs, governmental institutions as well as individuals. Reaching beyond the technology focused boundaries of classical information technology (IT) security, cybersecurity includes organizational and behavioral aspects of IT systems and that needs to comply to legal and regulatory framework for cybersecurity. While large corporations might have the resources to follow those developments and bring their IT infrastructure and services in line with the requirements, the burden for smaller organizations like local public administrations will be substantial and the required resources might not be available. New and innovative solutions that would help local public administration to ease the burden of being in line with cybersecurity requirements are needed.This book targets researchers working in cybersecurity, computer scientists, social scientists and advanced level students studying computer science and other related disciplines. Cybersecurity professionals as well as professionals working in local government contexts, including policy makers, communication experts and system administrators will also benefit from this book. 

Improve cloud security within your organization by leveraging AWS¿s Shared Responsibility Model, Well-Architected Framework, and the Cloud Adoption Framework. This book will show you to use these tools to make the best decisions for securing your cloud environment. Yoüll start by understanding why security is important in the cloud and then review the relevant services offered to meet an organization¿s needs. Yoüll then move on to the finer points of building a secure architecture and take a deep look into the differences of responsibility of managed services and those that allow customers more control. With multiple AWS services available, organizations must weigh the tradeoffs between those that provide granular control (IaaS), a managed service (PaaS), delivering applications remotely over the internet instead of locally on machines (SaaS). This book will help you to identify the appropriate resources and show you how to implement them to meet an organization¿s business, technical, and security perspective in the Cloud Adoption Framework. Finally, you'll see how organizations can launch a secure and optimized cloud architecture and use monitoring tools to be proactive in security measures. With Beginning AWS Security, you'll understand frameworks, models, and the services needed to build a secure architecture. You will: Review the similarities and differences between cloud and traditional computing. See how security changes when using on-site, hybrid, and cloud models Develop an understanding that security is not ¿one and done¿ Reinforce the need for updates and monitoring as a continued part of AWS securityWho This Book Is ForCloud computing architects, security professionals, security engineers, and software professionals interested in Cloud security.

Cyberrisiken sind für Unternehmen weltweit das größte Geschäftsrisiko. Die zunehmende Wahrscheinlichkeit, von einem Cyberangriff betroffen zu werden, wirft die Frage der Absicherung potentieller Schäden durch Versicherungen auf. Vor diesem Hintergrund untersucht die Autorin anhand der Musterbedingungen des Gesamtverbandes der deutschen Versicherungswirtschaft zur Cyber-Risikoversicherung (AVB Cyber), inwieweit Cyberrisiken angemessen abgesichert werden können. Daneben widmet sie sich der Absicherung durch traditionelle Sach- und Haftpflichtversicherungen. Ein wichtiger Aspekt betrifft die Problematik um ¿silent cyber". Unter diesem Stichwort wird die Absicherung von Cyberrisiken durch konventionelle Versicherungen zusammengefasst, die diese Risiken weder ausdrücklich ein- noch ausschließen.

This book provides an outline of the major challenges and methodologies for applying classic counterintelligence theory into the cybersecurity domain. This book also covers operational security approaches to cyber, alongside detailed descriptions of contemporary cybersecurity threats, in the context of psychological and criminal profiling of cybercriminals. Following an analysis of the plethora of counterespionage techniques that can be mapped to the cyber realm, the mechanics of undertaking technical surveillance are reviewed.A range of approaches to web and forum surveillance are outlined as a virtual addition to traditional video and audio surveillance captured regarding targets. This includes a description of the advances in Artificial Intelligence, predictive analysis, support for the disciplines of digital forensics, behavioural analysis and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). The rise of disinformation and misinformation and the veracity of widespread false flag claims are discussed at length, within the broader context of legal and ethical issues in cyber counterintelligence.This book is designed for professionals working in the intelligence, law enforcement or cybersecurity domains to further explore and examine the contemporary intersection of these disciplines. Students studying cybersecurity, justice, law, intelligence, criminology or related fields may also find the book useful as a reference volume, while instructors could utilise the whole volume or individual chapters as a secondary textbook or required reading.

This book aims to explore the next generation of online learning challenges including the security and privacy issues of digital transformation strategies that is required in teaching and learning. Also, what efforts does the industry need to invest in changing mind-sets and behaviours of both students and faculty members in adoption of virtual and blended learning?The book provides a comprehensive coverage of not only the technical and ethical issues presented by the use of AI, blockchain and self-sovereign identity, but also the adversarial application of AI and its associated implications. The authors recommend a number of novel approaches to assist in better detecting, thwarting and addressing AI challenges in higher education.The book provides a valuable reference for cyber security experts and practitioners, network security professionals and higher education strategist and decision-makers. It is also aimed at researchers seeking to obtain a more profound knowledge of machine learning and deep learning in the context of cyber security and AI in higher education. Each chapter is written by an internationally renowned expert who has extensive experience in industry or academia. Furthermore, this book blends advanced research findings with practice-based methods to provide the reader with advanced understanding and relevant skills.

Ein qualifiziertes Management der Informationssicherheit ist heutzutage für jede Organisation unverzichtbar. Die Normenreihe ISO 27000 ist dabei ein anerkannter ¿Wegweiser¿ zu diesem Ziel. Im internationalen Kontext ist ihre Erfüllung für viele Organisationen ein wichtiger Wettbewerbsfaktor. Auch in Deutschland hat diese Normenreihe Eingang in Vorgaben, Regelungen und Gesetze zum Thema Informationssicherheit gefunden.Das vorliegende Buch kommentiert vor diesem Hintergrund die aktuellen Normen ISO 27001 und ISO 27002 (Ausgabe 2022/2023): Nach einer Einführung in die Normenreihe und ihren Fachbegriffen werden die Anforderungen an das Managementsystem für Informationssicherheit (ISMS) detailliert erklärt und mit zahlreichen Hinweise zur Umsetzung versehen. Im Anhang der ISO 27001 sind die sog. Controls aufgeführt, die in der neuen Normfassung komplett umstrukturiert und an vielen Stellen geändert wurden. Das Buch behandelt ausführlich alle Controls und gibt viele Beispiele für ihre Anwendung.Mit dem Erscheinen der neuen Normfassungen müssen sich viele Organisationen entsprechend umstellen ¿ nicht zuletzt auch im Zusammenhang mit Zertifizierungen. Das Buch bietet hier einen ausführlichen Fahrplan zur Migration auf die neuen Normen.

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed proceedings of the international workshops associated with the 35th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering, CAiSE 2023, which was held in Zaragoza, Spain, during June 12-16, 2023.The workshops included in this volume are:· 1st International Workshop on Hybrid Artificial Intelligence and Enterprise Modelling for Intelligent Information Systems (HybridAIMS)· 1st Workshop on Knowledge Graphs for Semantics-Driven Systems Engineering (KG4SDSE)· Blockchain and Decentralized Governance Design for Information Systems (BC4IS and DGD)They reflect a broad range of topics and trends ranging from blockchain technologies via digital factories, ethics, and ontologies, to the agile methods for business and information systems. The theme of this year¿s CAiSE was ¿Cyber-Human Systems¿.The 10 full papers and 9 short paper presented in this book were carefully reviewed and selected from 25 submissions.

We are at the threshold of a new area of the internet that promises to transform the way we engage financially and take the power of data and privacy back from big corporations and give it to the individual through decentralization. This is sometimes called Web 3.0. While Web 1.0 transformed information sharing and commerce and brought us giants like Google and Amazon and Web 2.0 unlocked the social potential of the internet and created Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat, exactly what will come of Web 3.0 remains to be seen.It is indisputable that the seed of Web 3.0 is the technological, social, and economic innovations that came together in Bitcoin and the blockchain technology it created. But where the first web iterations were relatively straightforward to understand, the inner workings of Web 3.0 remain more opaque and shrouded in mystique. Current voices on Bitcoin and the blockchain revolution fall squarely into one of two camps; either technological ¿experts¿ who are all also invariably personally invested in the success of Bitcoin and the blockchain or ¿critics¿ who are typically deeply invested in the status quo and the failure of Bitcoin and blockchain. It seems like there is a need for a middle ground to provide the public with a more unbiased view of this important technology. This book therefore aims to unveil some of the mystique and show how to unlock the potential of the blockchain revolution in a manner that does not dismiss out of hand even radical and outlandish ideas nor jumps on the bandwagon of hailing Bitcoin and the blockchain as the answer to all problems.What yoüll learnThe nature of blockchain technology, how it works and what it does.The history of the technological developments that lead to the blockchain.A historical analysis of who the likely creator of Bitcoin is.How bitcoin and cryptocurrencies fit in the history of human exchange.The nature and history of electronic money.How blockchain technology solves problems in a novel way and what it cannot be used for.What web 3.0 could be.Who This Book Is ForThis book is for a general non-technical audience trying to understand the difficult and complex nature of blockchain and cryptocurrencies and the contours of the Web 3.0 revolution.

Learn blockchain in a simple, non-tech way and explore the different emerging technologies that open a world of opportunities in the space of tourism and hospitality. This book showcases examples of blockchain-based solutions implemented in different industries and connects them to use cases in hospitality and tourism (disintermediation, payments, loyalty programs, supply chain management, identity management etc.). Blockchain is one of the disruptive technologies that lays foundations for Web3.0, NFTs, Metaverse and other innovations. Despite many benefits, its adoption in the hospitality industry is very slow. Lack of awareness and connection to clear return-on-investment, coupled with many misconceptions and general perception of complexity is one of the main reasons why hospitality managers are reluctant to embark on the blockchain train.Blockchain for Hospitality and Tourism serves as a practical guide to the world of innovations, from the basics of blockchain to ¿how to start a project¿ with brief explanations of different technologies and capabilities. You'll review NFTs and Metaverse, along with current developments, tools, and platforms. After reading this book, you'll be equipped with enough knowledge to make strategic business decisions and able to discuss these topics within your organization and with vendors and suppliers in a comfortable way. As blockchain enters the next phase of its evolution, with more user-friendly interfaces and interoperability, see how it opens a world of opportunities in the space of tourism and hospitality. What You'll LearnBlockchain-based innovations ¿ cryptocurrencies and digital asset management, NFTs, Web3.0, Metaverse)Review applications of blockchain in selected industries Start a blockchain project Who This Book is ForHospitality professionals, including hotel managers and general managers, revenue management directors, operations directors, hotel IT managers, asset managers, brand strategy managers, marketing managers. Hospitality students will benefit as well. ·

Crypto is going to change the world, and for those tired of confusing financial jargon and complicated technical terminology, look no further. This book demystifies the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology and explains in accessible language how it will affect your daily life. In The Quiet Crypto Revolution, Klaas Jung dives beneath the surface of Bitcoin to explore the engine that powers it - blockchain. Far surpassing the confines of cryptocurrencies, blockchain's potential for wide-ranging applications is enormous. It's crucial to understand that cryptocurrencies are merely a single manifestation of blockchain's capabilities. This book casts light on the broader spectrum of blockchain applications and the exciting future of this groundbreaking technology. With a focus on real-world applications, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the key concepts behind the innovative technology of blockchain, equipping you to make informed decisions. Whether you're a tech-savvy individual or a complete newcomer to the world of crypto and finance, this book will arm you with the knowledge and insights you need to understand the impact cryptocurrency and blockchain will have on your future.You WillLook at the future of blockchain technologyReview potential use cases for blockchain beyond cryptocurrencyStudy security strategies to avoid scams in the crypto spaceWho This Book Is ForBeginners who would like to gain a better understanding of cryptocurrency and the technology that supports it.

Despite the increase of high-profile hacks, record-breaking data leaks, and ransomware attacks, many organizations dont have the budget to establish or outsource an information security (InfoSec) program, forcing them to learn on the job. For companies obliged to improvise, this pragmatic guide provides a security-101 handbook with steps, tools, processes, and ideas to help you drive maximum-security improvement at little or no cost.Each chapter in this book provides step-by-step instructions for dealing with a specific issue, including breaches and disasters, compliance, network infrastructure and password management, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing, among others. Network engineers, system administrators, and security professionals will learn tools and techniques to help improve security in sensible, manageable chunks.Learn fundamentals of starting or redesigning an InfoSec programCreate a base set of policies, standards, and proceduresPlan and design incident response, disaster recovery, compliance, and physical securityBolster Microsoft and Unix systems, network infrastructure, and password managementUse segmentation practices and designs to compartmentalize your networkExplore automated process and tools for vulnerability managementSecurely develop code to reduce exploitable errorsUnderstand basic penetration testing concepts through purple teamingDelve into IDS, IPS, SOC, logging, and monitoring

"Traditional secret-based credentials can't scale to meet the complexity and size of cloud and on-premises infrastructure. Today's applications are spread across a diverse range of clouds and colocation facilities, as well as on-prem data centers. Each layer of this modern stack has its own attack vectors and protocols to consider."--

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Critical Information Infrastructures Security, CRITIS 2022, which took place in Munich, Germany, during September 14¿16, 2022.The 16 full papers and 4 short papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 26 submissions. They are organized in topical sections as follows: protection of cyber-physical systems and industrial control systems (ICS); C(I)IP organization, (strategic) management and legal aspects; human factor, security awareness and crisis management for C(I)IP and critical services; and future, TechWatch and forecast for C(I)IP and critical services.

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 37th IFIP TC 11 International Conference on Information Security and Privacy Protection, SEC 2022, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in June 2022. The 29 full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 127 submissions. The papers present novel research on theoretical and practical aspects of security and privacy protection in information processing systems. They are organized in topical sections on privacy models and preferences; network security and IDS; network security and privacy; forensics; trust and PETs; crypto-based solutions; usable security; blockchain; mobile security and privacy; PETs and crypto; and vulnerabilities.

"Biometric Framework Security using Finger Knuckle" is a comprehensive and cutting-edge guide that explores the application of finger knuckle biometrics in building secure and robust biometric authentication systems. Authored by experts in the field of biometrics and security, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and security professionals interested in leveraging the unique characteristics of finger knuckle biometrics to enhance the security of authentication systems.In this book, the authors delve into the innovative field of finger knuckle biometrics, which involves capturing and analyzing the unique features present in the finger knuckle region to establish the identity of individuals. They present a detailed analysis of the biometric framework security that can be achieved using finger knuckle traits, offering practical insights into its advantages, challenges, and applications.Introduction to biometric authentication: The authors provide an overview of biometric authentication systems, their significance in enhancing security, and the limitations of traditional biometric modalities. They discuss the need for more robust and secure biometric solutions and introduce finger knuckle biometrics as a promising approach.Finger knuckle biometric framework: The book explores the underlying principles of finger knuckle biometrics, discussing the unique anatomical features of the finger knuckle region and their suitability for biometric identification. It covers image acquisition techniques, feature extraction methods, and matching algorithms specific to finger knuckle biometrics.Security aspects of finger knuckle biometrics: The authors analyze the security aspects of finger knuckle biometrics, including its resistance against spoofing attacks, usability, and privacy considerations. They discuss the advantages of using finger knuckle traits as a biometric identifier and the challenges associated with its implementation.Feature extraction and matching algorithms: The book provides insights into the feature extraction algorithms employed in finger knuckle biometrics, including texture analysis, shape analysis, and ridge-based methods. It also discusses the matching algorithms used to compare and authenticate finger knuckle biometric templates.Performance evaluation and benchmarking: The authors present methodologies for evaluating the performance of finger knuckle biometric systems, including accuracy, robustness, and efficiency metrics. They discuss benchmarking frameworks and datasets to enable fair and comparative assessments of different finger knuckle biometric solutions.Applications of finger knuckle biometrics: The book showcases the diverse applications of finger knuckle biometrics across various domains, such as access control systems, border security, mobile device authentication, and forensic investigations. It highlights the potential of finger knuckle biometrics in enhancing security and convenience in these contexts.Emerging trends and future directions: The authors discuss emerging trends in finger knuckle biometrics, including multimodal fusion, deep learning-based approaches, and fusion with other biometric modalities. They explore the future directions and potential advancements in this field, offering insights into the evolving landscape of biometric security.Throughout the book, the authors provide theoretical explanations, practical guidelines, and case studies to facilitate the understanding and implementation of finger knuckle biometric frameworks. By harnessing the power of finger knuckle biometrics, "Biometric Framework Security using Finger Knuckle" empowers readers to build robust, secure, and efficient biometric authentication systems that leverage the unique characteristics of the finger knuckle region for reliable identity verification and access control.

"Crime in Cyberspace: An Analytical Study" is a comprehensive and insightful book that delves into the world of cybercrime, providing an in-depth analysis of its various dimensions and implications. Authored by experts in the field of cybersecurity and criminology, this book serves as an essential resource for researchers, law enforcement professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding and combating cybercrime.In this book, the authors explore the evolving landscape of crime in cyberspace, examining the motivations, methods, and impact of cybercriminal activities. They employ an analytical approach to dissect the complex nature of cybercrime, shedding light on its underlying factors, patterns, and trends. The book covers a wide range of cybercrimes, including hacking, identity theft, fraud, cyberbullying, online harassment, data breaches, and more.Key topics covered in this book include:Introduction to cybercrime: The authors provide an overview of cybercrime, its definitions, and its significance in the digital age. They discuss the unique challenges posed by cybercrime, such as anonymity, global reach, and the rapidly evolving nature of technology.Types of cybercrime: The book explores different categories of cybercrime, offering detailed insights into the various techniques employed by cybercriminals. It covers computer intrusion, phishing, ransomware attacks, social engineering, intellectual property theft, and other prevalent forms of cybercrime.Cybercriminal motivations and profiles: The authors delve into the motivations and characteristics of cybercriminals. They examine factors such as financial gain, ideology, revenge, and thrill-seeking, providing a nuanced understanding of the individuals or groups behind cybercriminal activities.The impact of cybercrime: The book addresses the far-reaching impact of cybercrime on individuals, organizations, and society as a whole. It discusses financial losses, reputational damage, privacy breaches, psychological effects, and the erosion of trust in online environments.Cybercrime investigation and prevention: The authors explore investigative techniques, tools, and strategies employed in cybercrime detection and prevention. They discuss digital forensics, incident response, threat intelligence, and the role of collaboration between law enforcement agencies, private organizations, and international bodies.Legal and policy considerations: The book examines the legal and policy frameworks surrounding cybercrime. It analyzes existing laws, regulations, and international treaties aimed at combating cybercrime, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for effective law enforcement and international cooperation.Emerging trends and future challenges: The authors discuss emerging trends in cybercrime, such as the rise of cryptocurrencies, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI)-based attacks. They also explore the future challenges that law enforcement and cybersecurity professionals may face as technology continues to evolve.Throughout the book, the authors provide real-world examples, case studies, and practical insights to illustrate the complexities of cybercrime and the strategies employed to combat it. By presenting a comprehensive analytical study of crime in cyberspace, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to understand, investigate, and mitigate the ever-growing threat of cybercrime in our interconnected digital world.

RAND researchers generated four plausible near-term great power war scenarios and assessed how they could shape the postwar strategic environment.