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Information Security Handbook

Information Security Handbook

By : Darren Death
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Information Security Handbook

Information Security Handbook

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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)
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Exploring management approaches to risk

When addressing risk in an organization, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. However, an organization can choose four approaches when responding to a newly discovered risk. Understanding these approaches can help organizations make informed decisions about addressing potential risks. An organization can choose to do the following:

  • Mitigate risk: Mitigation involves addressing the root cause of a vulnerability or implementing a compensating security control if the specific issue cannot be resolved. This approach aims to reduce the likelihood or impact of a risk.

    Example: Effective patch management is a crucial aspect of any well-functioning IT organization. If a missing patch creates a vulnerability, the system should be patched to mitigate the risk. However, specific IT devices (for example, point-of-sale systems and healthcare devices) may require operating on the enterprise network without regular patching due to vendor limitations...

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