Books matching: cyber warfare
26 result(s)
Readers also searched for:
- #1
Save:Kim Zetter's 'Countdown to Zero Day: Stuxnet and the Launch of the World's First Digital Weapon' is a detailed and accessible account of the Stuxnet virus and its impact on Iran's nuclear program. The book weaves together the technical aspects of the cyber attack with the geopolitical intrigue surrounding it, offering a compelling narrative that reads like a spy novel. Zetter explores the implications of Stuxnet for cyber warfare and the vulnerabilities of computer-based systems, making the reader ponder the potential consequences of such attacks on critical infrastructure.
The writing style of the book is fast-paced and engaging, with a good balance of technical detail and real-world drama. Zetter successfully combines the backstory of Stuxnet with the social implications of cyber warfare, providing a thorough examination of the subject matter while keeping the reader captivated. The book offers a comprehensive look at the Stuxnet virus, Duqu, and Flame, shedding light on the evolving nature of modern warfare in the digital age.
Sergey Ulasen is not the sort of person you’d expect to find at the center of an international incident. The thirty-one-year-old Belarusian has close-cropped blond hair, a lean boyish frame, and the o... - #2
Save:'Sandworm: A New Era of Cyberwar and the Hunt for the Kremlin's Most Dangerous Hackers' by Andy Greenberg is a narrative that delves into the history and investigative trail of the Russian super hacker group, known as Sandworm. Through a well-formed narrative structure, Greenberg provides technical details that allow readers to understand the cyber assaults made by Russia against Ukraine, shedding light on the group's motives and evolution from simple malware to sophisticated cyber warfare tactics. intricately weaves together real-world cyber incidents, such as the 2017 NotPetya Ransomware Outbreak, with elements of science fiction, drawing parallels to Frank Herbert's 'Dune' and offering insights into the vulnerabilities of modern societies in the face of cyber threats.
This non-fiction work by Greenberg reads like a thriller, making the less interesting parts of cyberwar more exciting and enjoyable to read. Through detailed accounts of the cyber military group's exploits and the Malware experts chasing leads to understand their motives, the narrative unfolds to reveal the complexities of cyber espionage and the potential ramifications of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. Greenberg's storytelling not only provides genuine context surrounding the group but also offers a glimpse into the world of cyberwarfare, emphasizing the need for vigilance and preparedness in the digital age.
Beyond the Beltway, where the D.C. intelligence-industrial complex flattens out to an endless sea of parking lots and gray office buildings marked with logos and corporate names designed to be forgott... 'This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race' by Nicole Perlroth is a chilling expose on the world of cyberwarfare and cybersecurity. Perlroth delves into the dangerous realm of zero-day exploits, government-sponsored hacking, and the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure. Through meticulous research and investigative efforts, the author unveils the hidden world of cyber threats, from NSA backchanneling to the rise of cyberwar as the new form of conflict in the digital age. The book presents a stark warning about the unpreparedness of global governments to cope with crypto attacks and the potential catastrophic consequences of cyber warfare.
Just days earlier I’d been driving across the Maasai Mara in an open jeep, wrapping up a three-week trek across Kenya. I had hoped a few weeks off the grid would help repair nerves frayed by two years...- #4
Save:Ghost Fleet by P.W. Singer and August Cole is a detailed techno thriller about an imaginary, yet plausible look into what a near future war would be from several perspectives. The book explores a new form of the cold war involving outer space and cyber space alongside traditional land, sea, and air forms of fighting. The plot includes advanced drone strikes, cyber warfare, teenaged hackers, and old naval warships named the ghost fleet, as tensions rise with the United States being attacked by China.
The writing style of the book is described as didactic, with a lot of plausible background on what a near future confrontation involving great powers might look like. The authors aim to develop a suspense-filled plot while providing insight into those involved or affected by a potential global war. The authors carefully avoid drawing a straight line between today's political actors and a future conflict, creating a narrative that blends current military procurement processes with an imaginative depiction of potential events.
As he scanned the blackness, Zhu Jin thought about what his wife would be doing right now. He couldn’t see her, but he knew that ten kilometers above, Liu Fang would be hunched over her keyboard, ritu... 'LikeWar: The Weaponization of Social Media' by P.W. Singer delves into the intersection of politics, war, and social media, shedding light on how these elements intertwine in today's interconnected world. Through evidence-based writing and a plethora of citations, the book exposes the murky world of Russian bots, troll farms, and information manipulation. It explores how social media platforms, primarily U.S.-based companies, need to take more responsibility for how their technology is utilized, especially in influencing social division and manipulation. also addresses the alarming impact of cyber warfare, the spread of fake news, and the manipulation of public opinion through social media platforms.
When @realDonaldTrump blasted his first bland tweet into the ether, there was little to distinguish the account from the horde of other brands, corporations, and celebrities who had also joined “socia...'The Cuckoo's Egg' by Clifford Stoll is a true story that reads like a spy thriller, detailing the author's pursuit of a hacker infiltrating government computers, eventually discovered to be working for the KGB. Stoll's writing style is engaging, blending technical details with elements of a gripping techno-thriller and a sweet romance. provides a fascinating look at the world of hackers and those who track them, appealing to both code monkeys and general readers.
Lucky for me that my laboratory recycled used astronomers. Instead of standing in the unemployment line, I found myself transferred from the Keck Observatory at the Lawrence Berkeley Lab, down to the ...- #7
Save:'The Fox' by Frederick Forsyth follows the story of a 15-year-old British computer hacker named Luke Jennings who is recruited by the UK security services to conduct cyberwarfare operations against various adversaries. The plot involves a cat and mouse game between Jennings, his handler, and their adversaries, which include Russia, China, and Middle Eastern terror groups. The narrative delves into the world of clandestine computer attacks, intelligence operations, and assassination attempts, all set against a backdrop of detailed observations on internal procedures and methods that appear convincingly authentic. The writing style is described as typical Forsyth, with exact detail to historical events, complex characters, and a captivating plot that keeps the reader highly interested.
- #8
Save:'Ask No Mercy' in the series 'Max Anger' by author Martin Osterdahl is a thrilling story set in 1996, revolving around Max Anger, a former military operative now working with a Swedish NGO with close ties to Russia. The plot delves into the birth of Russia's supremacy in cyber warfare amidst a compelling love story. Max's colleague, Pashie, is abducted, leading Max to uncover a conspiracy involving a Russian telecoms company. The writing style seamlessly combines physical action, espionage, and insightful narratives on eastern European geopolitics, all while providing backstory on characters' lives dating back to WWII.
- #9
Save:'Daemon' by Daniel Suarez is a fast-paced, technothriller that follows the aftermath of computer game designer Matthew Sobol's death as his daemon program takes over the world's computer systems. The novel explores the dark side of technology, artificial intelligence, and the potential consequences of a highly intelligent program manipulating humanity. The plot is filled with action, suspense, and a sense of urgency as various characters, including intelligence agencies and disaffected individuals, become entangled in the daemon's sinister plans. The writing style is described as gripping, compelling, and reminiscent of a high-octane action flick, with a focus on technology and cyber security expertise.
Matthew A. Sobol, PhD, cofounder and chief technology officer of CyberStorm Entertainment(HSTM--Nasdaq), diedtoday at age 34after a prolonged battle with brain cancer. A pioneer in the $40 billion com... - #10
Save:Neuromancer by William Gibson is a groundbreaking cyberpunk novel that introduces readers to a world of man-machine interfaces, hive minds, and personality transformations. The story is fast-paced, immersing readers in the vast world of the Sprawl with minimal guidance, creating a challenging yet enjoyable reading experience. Gibson's descriptive writing style paints a vivid picture of a future society filled with high-tech advancements and morally ambiguous characters, ultimately leading readers through a complex narrative that explores artificial intelligence, collective consciousness, and surgical enhancement.
“It’s not like I’m using,” Case heard someone say, as he shouldered his way through the crowd around the door of the Chat. “It’s like my body’s developed this massive drug deficiency.” It was a Sprawl...
