Top Cybersecurity books curated by experts

The shocking untold story of the elite secret society of hackers fighting to protect our privacy, our freedom, and even democracy itself. Cult of the Dead Cow is the tale of the oldest, most respected, and most famous American hacking group of all time.

Broken Money explores the history of money through the lens of technology. Politics can affect things temporarily and locally, but technology is what drives things forward globally and permanently.
The book's goal is for the listener to walk away with a deep understanding of money and monetary hist…

A basic introduction to the day-to-day work of a cybersecurity analyst, including using security tools, reading reports, and checking networks for weaknesses. It looks like a beginner-friendly pick for someone who wants a simple overview of analyst responsibilities in cybersecurity.

A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran's nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb.

The CISO Desk Reference Guide, Volume 1, 2nd Edition is the greatly-anticipated update to the iconic first volume of the highly-respected two-volume set written by experienced practitioners and intended for recently-hired or promoted Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). These easy-to-use gu…

The path to enlightenment in the cybersecurity community is a perilous one. Often, those new to the industry must not only find their own niche but also blaze their own trails, as the field is constantly changing and evolving. The typical path first involves the search for information. Information,…

The highly successful security book returns with a new edition, completely updated. Web applications are the front door to most organizations, exposing them to attacks that may disclose personal information, execute fraudulent transactions, or compromise ordinary users. This practical book has been…

This is a practical introduction to penetration testing, with hands-on labs that walk through reconnaissance, vulnerability discovery, exploitation, and post-exploitation. It is a solid pick for someone learning cybersecurity who wants experience with common tools like Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, …

Network Securities Essentials: Applications and Standards introduces readers to the critical importance of internet security in our age of universal electronic connectivity. Amidst viruses, hackers, and electronic fraud, organizations and individuals are constantly at risk of having their private i…

to most organizations, exposing them to attacks that may disclose personal information, execute fraudulent transactions, or compromise ordinary users. This practical book has been completely updated and revised to discuss the latest step-by-step techniques for attacking and defending the range of e…

A practical beginner-friendly introduction to cybersecurity that explains how common attacks happen and what defenders do to stop them. Good for someone new to the field who wants a clear, hands-on overview of both attacker methods and basic defensive thinking.

Social Engineering: The Science of Human Hacking reveals the craftier side of the hacker's repertoire—why hack into something when you could just ask for access? Undetectable by firewalls and antivirus software, social engineering relies on human fault to gain access to sensitive spaces; in this bo…

This is a focused exam guide for the CompTIA CySA+ certification, covering core analyst topics like threat detection, vulnerability management, incident response, and security operations. It is a solid pick for someone building practical cybersecurity knowledge while preparing for a respected entry…

The book starts by helping you gain a foundational understanding of cybersecurity, covering cyber law, cyber policy, and frameworks. Next, you'll focus on how to choose the career field best suited to you from options such as security operations, penetration testing, and risk analysis.

(ISC)2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Official Study Guide, 9th Edition has been completely updated based on the latest 2021 CISSP Exam Outline. This bestselling Sybex study guide covers 100% of the exam objectives. You'll prepare for the exam smarter and faster with Sy…

A practical career guide for people who want to break into cybersecurity or plan their next move in the field. It covers the basics of the industry, common job paths like security operations and penetration testing, certifications, education options, and job search advice, so it is a solid pick if …

A practical guide to building and running an enterprise cybersecurity program, especially for organizations dealing with advanced threats. It covers how to align security architecture, operations, policy, IT processes, and assessment, so it is a good fit for readers who want a big-picture view of h…

Featuring techniques not taught in any certification prep or covered by common defensive scanners, this book integrates social engineering, programming, and vulnerability exploits into a multidisciplinary approach for targeting and compromising high security environments.