A Quick Walkthrough on Cyber Security Holiday Reading
Years and years pass by but some of the critical cyber issues show no signs to abate. From purchasing a cyber-insurance policy to deal with ransomware or keeping at the top of privacy issues, being prepared with new things and guidance can make sure a successful renewal and it can help you manage your risks. To help you in that way, here we are mentioning a cyber-security reading list that you can think to read in your holidays:
Thank you for showing your interest in cyber-insurance. Our relationship manager will call you to discuss the details and share the best quotes from various insurers. In case you have any query or comments, please contact us at corporateinsurance@policybazaar.com
A Quick Walkthrough on Cyber Security Holiday Reading
Hacking: The Art of Exploitation (2nd Edition)
Author: Jon Erickson
This book dives into the creative world of problem exploitation and solving. Instead of walking through the different exploits and how they work, this book provides a holistic view of network communication, programming, and the latest hacking techniques. Unlike various books on cybersecurity, this book comes with LiveCD. In this disc, you get a complete environment of Linux that helps you to get your hand dirty with debugging and programming code – everything without modifying or compromising your OS (Operating System).
The Art of Invisibility: The World’s Most Famous Hacker Teaches You How to Be Safe in the Age of Big Brother and Big Data
Author: Kevin Mitnick
This book is authored by the most famous hacker of the world – Kevin Mitnick. This is one of those books on cybersecurity that gives information to readers about what they may do to protect their information and themselves in the digital age of Big Data and Big Brother.
Ghosts in the Wires: My Adventures as the World’s Most Wanted  Hacker
Author: Kevin Mitnick
This is the second book on the list of Kevin Mitnick. This is a brilliant book wherein the author provides his first-hand experience for accessing computers and networks at various big corporations like Pacific Bell, Motorola, and Sun Microsystems.
Cult of the Dead Cow: How the Original Hacking Supergroup Might Just Save the World
Author: Joseph Menn
If you are unaware of the content of this book, it refers to the oldest and most respected group of hacking in the United States. They aided in developing the TOR and by their hacktivist efforts, encouraged many corporations of the U.S. to take their security protocols to the next level. In this book, their impact on the world and their history is mentioned.
The Code Book: The Science of Secrecy from Ancient Egypt to Quantum Cryptography
Author: Simon Singh
 This book gives an enlightening walk through the long-spanning encryption history. It mentions how encryption has played a vital role to shape the course of the world.
This book showcases both the laziness and creative genius of hackers. Why you should go through various efforts and rigmarole of climbing and breaking through the virtual window when you can walk through the front door that is opened. In this book, you will find all the vulnerabilities that exist within the business's human elements and breaks down how you can anticipate, prevent, and recognize social engineering attacks.
Practical Malware Analysis
Author: Michael Sikorski
This book provides you an in-depth look at the approaches and solutions that any professional analyst may use to deal with malware threats. This hands-on approach to the analysis of malware takes you via everything from how to make a safe virtual environment to develop methods to unpack malware and analyze various cases.
The CERT Guide to Insider Threats
Author: Andrew. P. Moore, Dawn M. Cappelli, Randall F. Tzeciak
This guide is among those books on cybersecurity that breakdowns all the findings of the CERT insider threat center that is inside the Software Engineering Institute of Carnegie Mellon University.
The Cyber Effect
Author: Mary Aiken
This book gives you a ground-breaking exploration of the way cyberspace is changing. The content of the book is driven by the experience of the author as a forensic cyber-psychologist. The author has worked with agencies of law enforcement worldwide.
Hacking Exposed 7: Network Security Secrets and Solutions
Author: Stuart McClure, George Kurtz, Joel Scambray
In this book, in-depth knowledge of hacking from the standpoint of academics is provided. Here everything from exploring to the foot-printing is provided. The three experts of cybersecurity help you to learn what you don't know in making an informed decision and taking effective actions.
Summing it Up!
New threats in the cyber world continue to emerge almost every day and hitting all sizes of companies starting from small businesses to government organizations. Those who are not giving importance to addressing these issues and how cyber liability insurance can be helpful may face problems when they least expect it. To give it a heads-up we have mentioned here a list of some books on cybersecurity that you can read during your holidays. Go through all or some of these books and think about cyber insurance closely to deal with various cybersecurity issues.
Disclaimer: Above mentioned insurers are arranged in alphabetical order. Policybazaar.com does not endorse, rate, or recommend any particular insurer or insurance product offered by an insurer.
Global Cyber Threats: India Emerges as a Key Target in 2024
According to a report by cyber intelligence firm CloudSEK, India ranked as one of the top nations globally affected by cyberattacks in 2024,with 95...Read more
Payment Gateway Company Reports Massive ₹16,180 Crore Cyber Theft
In a startling revelation, the Thane Police have exposed a massive cyber heist, with cybercriminals pilfering an astonishing ₹16,180 crore. This...Read more
Cybercriminals Target Former Union Minister Dayanidhi Maran's Savings...
In a concerning development, cybercriminals managed to siphon off ₹99,999,from the personal savings account of Dayanidhi Maran, the former Union...Read more
Mumbai Police Nab Four Cyber Fraudsters in Extensive 22-Day Operation
In a 22-day operation spanning four states, including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi and Madhya Pradesha Mumbai Police task force comprising seven...Read more
India Grapples with Mounting Cybersecurity Risks, According to Palo...
India is confronting a significant threat of cyberattacks aimed at its critical infrastructure, public sector, and essential services, as per a report...Read more
Pune-Based Engineering Supplies Firm Loses Over 22 Lakh in Cyber Scam
Pune City police uncovered a suspected 'man-in-the-middle' cyber attack that cost a Pune-based engineering supplies firm more than 24,000 Euros...Read more
AIIMS Delhi Hit by Cyber Attack for Second Time in a Year
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi faced a new cyberattack on Monday The premier medical institution promptly responded...Read more
Mumbai Woman Falls Victim to Cyber Fraudsters While Helping an...
A Mumbai woman's act of kindness towards an injured bird took an unexpected turn when she became a target of cyber fraudDhwani Mehta works at Famous Studios...Read more
Scammers Exploit 'Man-in-the-Middle' Technique, Pune Construction...
Prominent Construction Technology Company falls victim to cyber attack, losing Rs 13.8 Lakh in Pune, India.The investigators described it as a...Read more
Reddit Hacked in a Targeted Phishing Attack
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget FY 2023 on February 1, 2023. Christopher Slowe, CTO of Reddit, revealed the company was able...Read more
FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces Set up of 3 Artificial Intelligence...
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget FY 2023 on February 1, 2023. The Finance Minister announced the establishment of 3...Read more
Cyber Fraudster Target Customer under Disguise of Insurance Officer
Cyber fraudsters are targeting customers under the disguise of not a bank official but an insurance company official In one such event, a 67 year old...Read more
Sensitive Data of 6 Lakh Indians Stolen by Hackers and Sold at Rs...
Out of 5 million people globally, 6 lakhs Indians have had their sensitive data stolen and sold on the bot market making India, the worst affected...Read more
AIIMS Cyber Breach: Attackers Demand Rs 200 Crore in Crypto
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India reported a cyberattack on November 23, 2022. Later, the statement released by AIIMS said that...Read more
Cyber Criminals Sending Phishing Links to Twitter Users
Cyber criminals are targeting twitter Verified Twitter user by sending them phishing links. The cyber criminals send the phishing link to steal their...Read more
Social engineering implies different kinds of cyber attacks that...Read more
25 Mar 2025 by Policybazaar1266 Views
Disclaimers+
+Disclaimer: The starting premium is ₹2 per day for a ₹5 lakh Sum Insured under an individual plan. The actual premium may vary based on the chosen plan type and selected add-ons. Standard terms and conditions apply. Please refer to the sales brochure for detailed information on risk factors, terms, and conditions before making a purchase. ++Disclaimer: The premium of Rs 112100/year is the starting price for sum insured of Rs 1 Crore that may vary depending on the business activity and services rendered, company turnover, and its geographical split, industries/customers to whom the product/service is being provided, website and domain network features, business continuity plan, and data protection measures. STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY. For more details on risk factors, terms and conditions, please read the sales brochure carefully before concluding a sale.
By clicking on "View Plans" you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms Of Use and also provide us a formal mandate to represent you to the insurer and communicate to you the grant of a cover. The details of insurance coverage, inclusions and exclusions are subject to change as per solutions offered by insurance providers. The content has been curated based on the general practices in the industry. Policybazaar is not responsible for the factual correctness of these details.
Your call has been scheduled successfully.
Expert advice made easy
Date
Time
When do you want a call back?
Today
Tomorrow
28 Jan
29 Jan
30 Jan
31 Jan
01 Feb
What will be the suitable time?
11:00am - 12:00pm
12:00pm - 01:00pm
01:00pm - 02:00pm
02:00pm - 03:00pm
03:00pm - 04:00pm
04:00pm - 05:00pm
05:00pm - 06:00pm
Tell us the number you want us to call on
Your privacy matters. We wont spam you
Call scheduled successfully!
Our experts will reach out to you on Today between
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
We don't spam
Expert advice made easy
