Security Strategies in Web Applications and Social Networking

Description

Security Strategies in Web Applications and Social Networking provides a unique, in-depth look at how to secure mobile users as customer-facing information migrates from mainframe computers and application servers to Web-enabled applications. Written by an industry expert, this book provides a comprehensive explanation of the evolutionary changes that have occurred in computing, communications, and social networking and discusses how to secure systems against all the risks, threats, and vulnerabilities associated with Web-enabled applications accessible via the Internet. Using examples and exercises, this book incorporates hands-on activities to prepare readers to successfully secure Web-enabled applications.

This textbook is accompanied by a comprehensive supplements package, including all of the following: Instructor Resource Guide organized by learning objectives, with lesson plans, test questions, and Powerpoint presentation slides; lab simulations and lab manuals (labs available at additional cost), and online courseware compatible with your LMS.

About the Series

This book is part of the Information Systems Security and Assurance Series from Jones and Bartlett Learning. Designed for courses and curriculums in IT Security, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, and Information Systems Security, this series features a comprehensive, consistent treatment of the most current thinking and trends in this critical subject area. These titles deliver fundamental information-security principles packed with real-world applications and examples. Authored by Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSPs), they deliver comprehensive information on all aspects of information security. Reviewed word for word by leading technical experts in the field, these books are not just current, but forward-thinking - putting you in the position to solve the cybersecurity challenges not just of today, but of tomorrow, as well.

CONTENTS:

Part 1 Evolution of Computing, Communications, and Social Networking

  Chapter 1 From Mainframe to Client-Server to World Wide Web

  Chapter 2 From Brick-and-Mortar to E-commerce to E-business Transformation

  Chapter 3 Evolution of People-to-People Communications

  Chapter 4 From Personal Communication to Social Networking

Part 2 Secure Web-Enabled Application Deployment and Social Networking

  Chapter 5 Mitigating Risk When Connecting to the Internet

  Chapter 6 Mitigating Web Site Risks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities

  Chapter 7 Introducing the Web Application Security Consortium (WASC)

  Chapter 8 Securing Web Applications

  Chapter 9 Mitigating Web Application Vulnerabilities

  Chapter 10 Maintaining PCI DSS Compliance for E-commerce Web Sites

  Chapter 11 Testing and Quality Assurance for Production Web Sites

  Chapter 12 Performing a Web Site Vulnerability and Security Assessment

Part 3 Web Applications and Social Networking Gone Mobile

  Chapter 13 Securing End-Point Device Communications

  Chapter 14 Securing Personal and Business Communications

  Chapter 15 Web Application Security Organizations, Education, Training, and Certification