Author: White, Gregory B.; Author: With Pooch, Udo W.
CRC Press Computer Engineering Series; Hardback; Book; References, Bibliographies
320 pages
Published: October 1995
CRC Press
ISBN: 0849371791

This unique reference/textbook clarifies fundamental and advanced concepts in computer security. covering a wide range of security issues. It includes case studies with information about incidents involving computer security, illustrating the problems and potential damage that can be caused when security fails. Includes exercises, summaries, reference lists, and extended bibliographies.This work discusses existing and potential threats to computer systems and networks, and outlines the basic actions that are generally taken to protect them. Topics covered include: security models; authentication issues; access control; intrusion detection and damage control.