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As a cybersecurity researcher, it’s my job to try to understand how a specific technology works, try to find ways to break it, and find ways to fix it or prevent attacks from happening. Even before starting my professional career, I was involved in various hacking activities or “hobbies,” some of which were not legal and came with consequences.
I first met the author, Tom Kranz, in London during my first face-to-face interview with a consulting company. He eventually became my line manager. Tom has a way of simplifying complex problems into bite-sized chunks, making them easier to digest and implement.
When it comes to technology and cybersecurity, most people don’t really think about how things work; they only care that it works. This lack of diligent preparation makes it almost impossible to keep information secure and opens the door for security breaches. Making Sense of Cybersecurity guides readers through what it takes to identify real-world threats and create strategies to combat them.
Understanding how attackers think and act, knowing what to protect, and devising defenses against attacks are vital to protecting our data, assets, and businesses. This book provides a great introduction to the fascinating (and entertaining) world of cybersecurity.