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Cybersecurity problems don't always relate to technological faults. Many can be avoided or mitigated through improved cybersecurity awareness, behaviour and culture change (ABCs). This book guides organisations looking to create an enhanced security culture through improved understanding and practice of cybersecurity at an individual level.

Are you a freelancer or entrepreneur looking to secure your business? Want to kick-start or pivot your career with a highly sought-after skill? Cyber security skills are in high demand, with estimates suggesting 3.5 million unfilled roles by 2021, presenting vast career opportunities. This jargon-free guide offers a clear overview of cyber security, covering the human, technical, and physical aspects. It teaches you how to keep secrets safe, prevent manipulation, and protect individuals, businesses, and nations from harm. Featuring real-world case studies from organizations and figures like Disney, the NHS, Taylor Swift, and Frank Abagnale, the book is filled with clear explanations, practical advice, and exercises to help you grasp and apply cyber security principles. A dedicated section addresses what it could mean for you, providing the cutting-edge career boost you seek. The Confident series is an ideal beginner's resource for enhancing your professional life, covering topics from coding and web design to data, digital content, and cyber security, catering to various career paths.

When it comes to cyber attacks, everyone's a potential victim. But you don't have to be helpless against these threats. Hacked offers the knowledge and strategies you need to protect yourself and your business. In this book, cybersecurity expert Jessica Barker uncovers how hackers are weaponizing cutting-edge tactics and technologies to target individuals and organizations, before showing how you can safeguard yourself against any potential attacks and how to react if you do become a target. Featuring expert commentary from world-leading cybersecurity experts and ethical hackers, this book uncovers the fascinating stories of the most insidious and notorious cyber attacks, including how the Mirai malware almost took down the internet and how a supply chain attack infiltrated the US government and other global institutions. From social engineering and data theft to ransomware and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks, there are numerous strategies that hackers use to target our finances and data. Uncover their secrets and learn how to safeguard your data with Hacked.