This book addresses the topics related to artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain technology, and machine learning. It brings together researchers, developers, practitioners, and users interested in cybersecurity and forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the need for and impact of advanced cybersecurity and forensics and its implementation with multiple smart computational technologies. This objective answers why and how cybersecurity and forensics have evolved as one of the most promising and widely-accepted technologies globally and has widely-accepted applications. The second objective is to learn how to use advanced cybersecurity and forensics practices to answer computational problems where confidentiality, integrity, and availability are essential aspects to handle and answer.

This book is structured in such a way so that the field of study is relevant to each reader’s major or interests. It aims to help each reader see the relevance of cybersecurity and forensics to their career or interests. This book intends to encourage researchers to develop novel theories to enrich their scholarly knowledge to achieve sustainable development and foster sustainability. Readers will gain valuable knowledge and insights about smart computing technologies using this exciting book.

This book:

• Includes detailed applications of cybersecurity and forensics for real-life problems

• Addresses the challenges and solutions related to implementing cybersecurity in multiple domains of smart computational technologies

• Includes the latest trends and areas of research in cybersecurity and forensics

• Offers both quantitative and qualitative assessments of the topics Includes case studies that will be helpful for the researchers

Prof. Keshav Kaushik is Assistant Professor in the Department of Systemics, School of Computer Science at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

Dr. Shubham Tayal is Assistant Professor at SR University, Warangal, India.

Dr. Akashdeep Bhardwaj is Professor (Cyber Security & Digital Forensics) at the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun, India.

Dr. Manoj Kumar is Assistant Professor (SG) (SoCS) at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

This book addresses the topics related to artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain technology, and machine learning. It brings together researchers, developers, practitioners, and users interested in cybersecurity and forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the need for and impact of advanced cybersecurity and forensics and its implementation with multiple smart computational technologies. This objective answers why and how cybersecurity and forensics have evolved as one of the most promising and widely-accepted technologies globally and has widely-accepted applications. The second objective is to learn how to use advanced cybersecurity and forensics practices to answer computational problems where confidentiality, integrity, and availability are essential aspects to handle and answer.

This book is structured in such a way so that the field of study is relevant to each reader’s major or interests. It aims to help each reader see the relevance of cybersecurity and forensics to their career or interests. This book intends to encourage researchers to develop novel theories to enrich their scholarly knowledge to achieve sustainable development and foster sustainability. Readers will gain valuable knowledge and insights about smart computing technologies using this exciting book.

This book:

• Includes detailed applications of cybersecurity and forensics for real-life problems

• Addresses the challenges and solutions related to implementing cybersecurity in multiple domains of smart computational technologies

• Includes the latest trends and areas of research in cybersecurity and forensics

• Offers both quantitative and qualitative assessments of the topics Includes case studies that will be helpful for the researchers

Prof. Keshav Kaushik is Assistant Professor in the Department of Systemics, School of Computer Science at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

Dr. Shubham Tayal is Assistant Professor at SR University, Warangal, India.

Dr. Akashdeep Bhardwaj is Professor (Cyber Security & Digital Forensics) at the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun, India.

Dr. Manoj Kumar is Assistant Professor (SG) (SoCS) at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

The quantity, diversity, and sophistication of Internet of Things (IoT) items are rapidly increasing, posing significant issues but also innovative solutions for forensic science. Such systems are becoming increasingly common in public locations, businesses, universities, residences, and other shared offices, producing enormous amounts of data at rapid speeds in a variety of forms. IoT devices can be used as suspects, digital witnesses, or instruments of crime and cyberattacks, posing new investigation problems, forensic issues, security threats, legal concerns, privacy concerns, and ethical dilemmas. A cyberattack on IoT devices might target the device itself or associated systems, particularly vital infrastructure.

This book discusses the advancements in IoT and Cyber Physical Systems (CPS) forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the fundamentals of IoT forensics. This objective will answer the question of why and how IoT has evolved as one of the most promising and widely accepted technologies across the globe and has many widely accepted applications.

The second objective is to learn how to use CPS to address many computational problems. CPS forensics is a promising domain, and there are various advancements in this field. This book is structured so that the topics of discussion are relevant to each reader’s particular areas of interest. The book’s goal is to help each reader to see the relevance of IoT and CPS forensics to his or her career or interests.

This book not only presents numerous case studies from a global perspective, but it also compiles a large amount of literature and research from a database. As a result, this book effectively demonstrates the concerns, difficulties, and trends surrounding the topic while also encouraging readers to think globally. The main goal of this project is to encourage both researchers and practitioners to share and exchange their experiences and recent studies between academia and industry.

The quantity, diversity, and sophistication of Internet of Things (IoT) items are rapidly increasing, posing significant issues but also innovative solutions for forensic science. Such systems are becoming increasingly common in public locations, businesses, universities, residences, and other shared offices, producing enormous amounts of data at rapid speeds in a variety of forms. IoT devices can be used as suspects, digital witnesses, or instruments of crime and cyberattacks, posing new investigation problems, forensic issues, security threats, legal concerns, privacy concerns, and ethical dilemmas. A cyberattack on IoT devices might target the device itself or associated systems, particularly vital infrastructure.

This book discusses the advancements in IoT and Cyber Physical Systems (CPS) forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the fundamentals of IoT forensics. This objective will answer the question of why and how IoT has evolved as one of the most promising and widely accepted technologies across the globe and has many widely accepted applications.

The second objective is to learn how to use CPS to address many computational problems. CPS forensics is a promising domain, and there are various advancements in this field. This book is structured so that the topics of discussion are relevant to each reader’s particular areas of interest. The book’s goal is to help each reader to see the relevance of IoT and CPS forensics to his or her career or interests.

This book not only presents numerous case studies from a global perspective, but it also compiles a large amount of literature and research from a database. As a result, this book effectively demonstrates the concerns, difficulties, and trends surrounding the topic while also encouraging readers to think globally. The main goal of this project is to encourage both researchers and practitioners to share and exchange their experiences and recent studies between academia and industry.

Security implementation is crucial in the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) as it ensures the protection of sensitive medical data and prevents unauthorized access to or manipulation of devices and systems. This book covers different aspects of security implementations and challenges in IoMT and aims to bring researchers together to contribute their findings to recommend new methodologies and feasible solutions for implementing security and novel architectures in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science in the field of healthcare and IoT.

IoMT includes a wide range of connected medical devices and systems, such as wearable devices, medical sensors, and electronic health records, that collect, store, and share sensitive medical information. Without proper security measures, this information could be compromised, leading to serious privacy breaches, financial fraud, and even physical harm to patients.

Security implementation is crucial in the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) as it ensures the protection of sensitive medical data and prevents unauthorized access to or manipulation of devices and systems. This book covers different aspects of security implementations and challenges in IoMT and aims to bring researchers together to contribute their findings to recommend new methodologies and feasible solutions for implementing security and novel architectures in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science in the field of healthcare and IoT.

IoMT includes a wide range of connected medical devices and systems, such as wearable devices, medical sensors, and electronic health records, that collect, store, and share sensitive medical information. Without proper security measures, this information could be compromised, leading to serious privacy breaches, financial fraud, and even physical harm to patients.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is an immersive exploration into the tumultuous realm of cybersecurity, where the ever-expanding digital frontiers are both the battleground and the prize. From the shadows of cybercriminal exploits to the sophisticated dance of advanced persistence threats, this book delves into the vulnerabilities that define our interconnected world. With a panoramic lens, the book navigates through the challenges and opportunities that shape the global cybersecurity landscape, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the insecurities that permeate our digital existence.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is not just a book; it is an exploration of the insecurities that define our digital age. It matters because it goes beyond the surface, unraveling the complexities of cyber threats while providing actionable insights for individuals, organizations, and policymakers. In a world where the digital frontier is both a promise and a peril, this book serves as a guide for navigating the insecurities that define our interconnected existence.

Embark on this journey through Insecure Digital Frontiers and discover the vulnerabilities that lurk in the shadows, the innovations that promise security, and the collective responsibility we share in securing our digital future.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is an immersive exploration into the tumultuous realm of cybersecurity, where the ever-expanding digital frontiers are both the battleground and the prize. From the shadows of cybercriminal exploits to the sophisticated dance of advanced persistence threats, this book delves into the vulnerabilities that define our interconnected world. With a panoramic lens, the book navigates through the challenges and opportunities that shape the global cybersecurity landscape, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the insecurities that permeate our digital existence.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is not just a book; it is an exploration of the insecurities that define our digital age. It matters because it goes beyond the surface, unraveling the complexities of cyber threats while providing actionable insights for individuals, organizations, and policymakers. In a world where the digital frontier is both a promise and a peril, this book serves as a guide for navigating the insecurities that define our interconnected existence.

Embark on this journey through Insecure Digital Frontiers and discover the vulnerabilities that lurk in the shadows, the innovations that promise security, and the collective responsibility we share in securing our digital future.

In today’s ever‑evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. These books equip you with the knowledge and tools to become a master cyberdefender. The handbooks take you through the journey of ten essential aspects of practical learning and mastering cybersecurity aspects in the form of two volumes.

Volume 1: The first volume starts with the fundamentals and hands‑on of performing log analysis on Windows and Linux systems. You will then build your own virtual environment to hone your penetration testing skills. But defense isn’t just about identifying weaknesses; it’s about building secure applications from the ground up. The book teaches you how to leverage Docker and other technologies for application deployments and AppSec management. Next, we delve into information gathering of targets as well as vulnerability scanning of vulnerable OS and Apps running on Damm Vulnerable Web Application (DVWA), Metasploitable2, Kioptrix, and others. You’ll also learn live hunting for vulnerable devices and systems on the Internet.

Volume 2: The journey continues with volume two for mastering advanced techniques for network traffic analysis using Wireshark and other network sniffers. Then, we unlock the power of open‑source intelligence (OSINT) to gather valuable intel from publicly available sources, including social media, web, images, and others. From there, explore the unique challenges of securing the internet of things (IoT) and conquer the art of reconnaissance, the crucial first stage of ethical hacking. Finally, we explore the dark web – a hidden corner of the internet – and learn safe exploration tactics to glean valuable intelligence. The book concludes by teaching you how to exploit vulnerabilities ethically during penetration testing and write pen test reports that provide actionable insights for remediation.

The two volumes will empower you to become a well‑rounded cybersecurity professional, prepared to defend against today’s ever‑increasing threats.

In today’s ever‑evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. These books equip you with the knowledge and tools to become a master cyberdefender. The handbooks take you through the journey of ten essential aspects of practical learning and mastering cybersecurity aspects in the form of two volumes.

Volume 1: The first volume starts with the fundamentals and hands‑on of performing log analysis on Windows and Linux systems. You will then build your own virtual environment to hone your penetration testing skills. But defense isn’t just about identifying weaknesses; it’s about building secure applications from the ground up. The book teaches you how to leverage Docker and other technologies for application deployments and AppSec management. Next, we delve into information gathering of targets as well as vulnerability scanning of vulnerable OS and Apps running on Damm Vulnerable Web Application (DVWA), Metasploitable2, Kioptrix, and others. You’ll also learn live hunting for vulnerable devices and systems on the Internet.

Volume 2: The journey continues with volume two for mastering advanced techniques for network traffic analysis using Wireshark and other network sniffers. Then, we unlock the power of open‑source intelligence (OSINT) to gather valuable intel from publicly available sources, including social media, web, images, and others. From there, explore the unique challenges of securing the internet of things (IoT) and conquer the art of reconnaissance, the crucial first stage of ethical hacking. Finally, we explore the dark web – a hidden corner of the internet – and learn safe exploration tactics to glean valuable intelligence. The book concludes by teaching you how to exploit vulnerabilities ethically during penetration testing and write pen test reports that provide actionable insights for remediation.

The two volumes will empower you to become a well‑rounded cybersecurity professional, prepared to defend against today’s ever‑increasing threats.

The rapid proliferation of smart devices has transformed our lives and industries, but it has also created a complex and evolving cyber threat landscape. Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices provides a comprehensive guide to navigating this challenging terrain. This book delves into the intricacies of smart device ecosystems, the fundamentals of cyber investigations, and the specific security challenges posed by IoT and smart devices.

Readers will gain a deep understanding of cyber threats targeting smart devices, including their motivations and tactics. The book also offers practical guidance on implementing robust cyber defence strategies and best practices to protect critical infrastructure. It explores the complexities of cyber attribution, the forensic implications of advanced cyberattacks, and the transformative potential of emerging technologies in shaping the future of digital investigations.

With a focus on AI-based cybersecurity opportunities and issues in industrial IoT, this book equips cybersecurity professionals, law enforcement agencies, and organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively investigate and mitigate cyber threats in the age of smart devices. Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices is essential reading for anyone involved in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and the protection of critical infrastructure.

This book addresses the topics related to artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain technology, and machine learning. It brings together researchers, developers, practitioners, and users interested in cybersecurity and forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the need for and impact of advanced cybersecurity and forensics and its implementation with multiple smart computational technologies. This objective answers why and how cybersecurity and forensics have evolved as one of the most promising and widely-accepted technologies globally and has widely-accepted applications. The second objective is to learn how to use advanced cybersecurity and forensics practices to answer computational problems where confidentiality, integrity, and availability are essential aspects to handle and answer.

This book is structured in such a way so that the field of study is relevant to each reader’s major or interests. It aims to help each reader see the relevance of cybersecurity and forensics to their career or interests. This book intends to encourage researchers to develop novel theories to enrich their scholarly knowledge to achieve sustainable development and foster sustainability. Readers will gain valuable knowledge and insights about smart computing technologies using this exciting book.

This book:

• Includes detailed applications of cybersecurity and forensics for real-life problems

• Addresses the challenges and solutions related to implementing cybersecurity in multiple domains of smart computational technologies

• Includes the latest trends and areas of research in cybersecurity and forensics

• Offers both quantitative and qualitative assessments of the topics Includes case studies that will be helpful for the researchers

Prof. Keshav Kaushik is Assistant Professor in the Department of Systemics, School of Computer Science at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

Dr. Shubham Tayal is Assistant Professor at SR University, Warangal, India.

Dr. Akashdeep Bhardwaj is Professor (Cyber Security & Digital Forensics) at the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun, India.

Dr. Manoj Kumar is Assistant Professor (SG) (SoCS) at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

This book addresses the topics related to artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, blockchain technology, and machine learning. It brings together researchers, developers, practitioners, and users interested in cybersecurity and forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the need for and impact of advanced cybersecurity and forensics and its implementation with multiple smart computational technologies. This objective answers why and how cybersecurity and forensics have evolved as one of the most promising and widely-accepted technologies globally and has widely-accepted applications. The second objective is to learn how to use advanced cybersecurity and forensics practices to answer computational problems where confidentiality, integrity, and availability are essential aspects to handle and answer.

This book is structured in such a way so that the field of study is relevant to each reader’s major or interests. It aims to help each reader see the relevance of cybersecurity and forensics to their career or interests. This book intends to encourage researchers to develop novel theories to enrich their scholarly knowledge to achieve sustainable development and foster sustainability. Readers will gain valuable knowledge and insights about smart computing technologies using this exciting book.

This book:

• Includes detailed applications of cybersecurity and forensics for real-life problems

• Addresses the challenges and solutions related to implementing cybersecurity in multiple domains of smart computational technologies

• Includes the latest trends and areas of research in cybersecurity and forensics

• Offers both quantitative and qualitative assessments of the topics Includes case studies that will be helpful for the researchers

Prof. Keshav Kaushik is Assistant Professor in the Department of Systemics, School of Computer Science at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

Dr. Shubham Tayal is Assistant Professor at SR University, Warangal, India.

Dr. Akashdeep Bhardwaj is Professor (Cyber Security & Digital Forensics) at the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun, India.

Dr. Manoj Kumar is Assistant Professor (SG) (SoCS) at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India.

The quantity, diversity, and sophistication of Internet of Things (IoT) items are rapidly increasing, posing significant issues but also innovative solutions for forensic science. Such systems are becoming increasingly common in public locations, businesses, universities, residences, and other shared offices, producing enormous amounts of data at rapid speeds in a variety of forms. IoT devices can be used as suspects, digital witnesses, or instruments of crime and cyberattacks, posing new investigation problems, forensic issues, security threats, legal concerns, privacy concerns, and ethical dilemmas. A cyberattack on IoT devices might target the device itself or associated systems, particularly vital infrastructure.

This book discusses the advancements in IoT and Cyber Physical Systems (CPS) forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the fundamentals of IoT forensics. This objective will answer the question of why and how IoT has evolved as one of the most promising and widely accepted technologies across the globe and has many widely accepted applications.

The second objective is to learn how to use CPS to address many computational problems. CPS forensics is a promising domain, and there are various advancements in this field. This book is structured so that the topics of discussion are relevant to each reader’s particular areas of interest. The book’s goal is to help each reader to see the relevance of IoT and CPS forensics to his or her career or interests.

This book not only presents numerous case studies from a global perspective, but it also compiles a large amount of literature and research from a database. As a result, this book effectively demonstrates the concerns, difficulties, and trends surrounding the topic while also encouraging readers to think globally. The main goal of this project is to encourage both researchers and practitioners to share and exchange their experiences and recent studies between academia and industry.

The quantity, diversity, and sophistication of Internet of Things (IoT) items are rapidly increasing, posing significant issues but also innovative solutions for forensic science. Such systems are becoming increasingly common in public locations, businesses, universities, residences, and other shared offices, producing enormous amounts of data at rapid speeds in a variety of forms. IoT devices can be used as suspects, digital witnesses, or instruments of crime and cyberattacks, posing new investigation problems, forensic issues, security threats, legal concerns, privacy concerns, and ethical dilemmas. A cyberattack on IoT devices might target the device itself or associated systems, particularly vital infrastructure.

This book discusses the advancements in IoT and Cyber Physical Systems (CPS) forensics. The first objective is to learn and understand the fundamentals of IoT forensics. This objective will answer the question of why and how IoT has evolved as one of the most promising and widely accepted technologies across the globe and has many widely accepted applications.

The second objective is to learn how to use CPS to address many computational problems. CPS forensics is a promising domain, and there are various advancements in this field. This book is structured so that the topics of discussion are relevant to each reader’s particular areas of interest. The book’s goal is to help each reader to see the relevance of IoT and CPS forensics to his or her career or interests.

This book not only presents numerous case studies from a global perspective, but it also compiles a large amount of literature and research from a database. As a result, this book effectively demonstrates the concerns, difficulties, and trends surrounding the topic while also encouraging readers to think globally. The main goal of this project is to encourage both researchers and practitioners to share and exchange their experiences and recent studies between academia and industry.

Security implementation is crucial in the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) as it ensures the protection of sensitive medical data and prevents unauthorized access to or manipulation of devices and systems. This book covers different aspects of security implementations and challenges in IoMT and aims to bring researchers together to contribute their findings to recommend new methodologies and feasible solutions for implementing security and novel architectures in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science in the field of healthcare and IoT.

IoMT includes a wide range of connected medical devices and systems, such as wearable devices, medical sensors, and electronic health records, that collect, store, and share sensitive medical information. Without proper security measures, this information could be compromised, leading to serious privacy breaches, financial fraud, and even physical harm to patients.

Security implementation is crucial in the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) as it ensures the protection of sensitive medical data and prevents unauthorized access to or manipulation of devices and systems. This book covers different aspects of security implementations and challenges in IoMT and aims to bring researchers together to contribute their findings to recommend new methodologies and feasible solutions for implementing security and novel architectures in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science in the field of healthcare and IoT.

IoMT includes a wide range of connected medical devices and systems, such as wearable devices, medical sensors, and electronic health records, that collect, store, and share sensitive medical information. Without proper security measures, this information could be compromised, leading to serious privacy breaches, financial fraud, and even physical harm to patients.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is an immersive exploration into the tumultuous realm of cybersecurity, where the ever-expanding digital frontiers are both the battleground and the prize. From the shadows of cybercriminal exploits to the sophisticated dance of advanced persistence threats, this book delves into the vulnerabilities that define our interconnected world. With a panoramic lens, the book navigates through the challenges and opportunities that shape the global cybersecurity landscape, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the insecurities that permeate our digital existence.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is not just a book; it is an exploration of the insecurities that define our digital age. It matters because it goes beyond the surface, unraveling the complexities of cyber threats while providing actionable insights for individuals, organizations, and policymakers. In a world where the digital frontier is both a promise and a peril, this book serves as a guide for navigating the insecurities that define our interconnected existence.

Embark on this journey through Insecure Digital Frontiers and discover the vulnerabilities that lurk in the shadows, the innovations that promise security, and the collective responsibility we share in securing our digital future.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is an immersive exploration into the tumultuous realm of cybersecurity, where the ever-expanding digital frontiers are both the battleground and the prize. From the shadows of cybercriminal exploits to the sophisticated dance of advanced persistence threats, this book delves into the vulnerabilities that define our interconnected world. With a panoramic lens, the book navigates through the challenges and opportunities that shape the global cybersecurity landscape, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the insecurities that permeate our digital existence.

Insecure Digital Frontiers is not just a book; it is an exploration of the insecurities that define our digital age. It matters because it goes beyond the surface, unraveling the complexities of cyber threats while providing actionable insights for individuals, organizations, and policymakers. In a world where the digital frontier is both a promise and a peril, this book serves as a guide for navigating the insecurities that define our interconnected existence.

Embark on this journey through Insecure Digital Frontiers and discover the vulnerabilities that lurk in the shadows, the innovations that promise security, and the collective responsibility we share in securing our digital future.

In today’s ever‑evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. These books equip you with the knowledge and tools to become a master cyberdefender. The handbooks take you through the journey of ten essential aspects of practical learning and mastering cybersecurity aspects in the form of two volumes.

Volume 1: The first volume starts with the fundamentals and hands‑on of performing log analysis on Windows and Linux systems. You will then build your own virtual environment to hone your penetration testing skills. But defense isn’t just about identifying weaknesses; it’s about building secure applications from the ground up. The book teaches you how to leverage Docker and other technologies for application deployments and AppSec management. Next, we delve into information gathering of targets as well as vulnerability scanning of vulnerable OS and Apps running on Damm Vulnerable Web Application (DVWA), Metasploitable2, Kioptrix, and others. You’ll also learn live hunting for vulnerable devices and systems on the Internet.

Volume 2: The journey continues with volume two for mastering advanced techniques for network traffic analysis using Wireshark and other network sniffers. Then, we unlock the power of open‑source intelligence (OSINT) to gather valuable intel from publicly available sources, including social media, web, images, and others. From there, explore the unique challenges of securing the internet of things (IoT) and conquer the art of reconnaissance, the crucial first stage of ethical hacking. Finally, we explore the dark web – a hidden corner of the internet – and learn safe exploration tactics to glean valuable intelligence. The book concludes by teaching you how to exploit vulnerabilities ethically during penetration testing and write pen test reports that provide actionable insights for remediation.

The two volumes will empower you to become a well‑rounded cybersecurity professional, prepared to defend against today’s ever‑increasing threats.

In today’s ever‑evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand. These books equip you with the knowledge and tools to become a master cyberdefender. The handbooks take you through the journey of ten essential aspects of practical learning and mastering cybersecurity aspects in the form of two volumes.

Volume 1: The first volume starts with the fundamentals and hands‑on of performing log analysis on Windows and Linux systems. You will then build your own virtual environment to hone your penetration testing skills. But defense isn’t just about identifying weaknesses; it’s about building secure applications from the ground up. The book teaches you how to leverage Docker and other technologies for application deployments and AppSec management. Next, we delve into information gathering of targets as well as vulnerability scanning of vulnerable OS and Apps running on Damm Vulnerable Web Application (DVWA), Metasploitable2, Kioptrix, and others. You’ll also learn live hunting for vulnerable devices and systems on the Internet.

Volume 2: The journey continues with volume two for mastering advanced techniques for network traffic analysis using Wireshark and other network sniffers. Then, we unlock the power of open‑source intelligence (OSINT) to gather valuable intel from publicly available sources, including social media, web, images, and others. From there, explore the unique challenges of securing the internet of things (IoT) and conquer the art of reconnaissance, the crucial first stage of ethical hacking. Finally, we explore the dark web – a hidden corner of the internet – and learn safe exploration tactics to glean valuable intelligence. The book concludes by teaching you how to exploit vulnerabilities ethically during penetration testing and write pen test reports that provide actionable insights for remediation.

The two volumes will empower you to become a well‑rounded cybersecurity professional, prepared to defend against today’s ever‑increasing threats.

The rapid proliferation of smart devices has transformed our lives and industries, but it has also created a complex and evolving cyber threat landscape. Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices provides a comprehensive guide to navigating this challenging terrain. This book delves into the intricacies of smart device ecosystems, the fundamentals of cyber investigations, and the specific security challenges posed by IoT and smart devices.

Readers will gain a deep understanding of cyber threats targeting smart devices, including their motivations and tactics. The book also offers practical guidance on implementing robust cyber defence strategies and best practices to protect critical infrastructure. It explores the complexities of cyber attribution, the forensic implications of advanced cyberattacks, and the transformative potential of emerging technologies in shaping the future of digital investigations.

With a focus on AI-based cybersecurity opportunities and issues in industrial IoT, this book equips cybersecurity professionals, law enforcement agencies, and organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively investigate and mitigate cyber threats in the age of smart devices. Cyber Investigations of Smart Devices is essential reading for anyone involved in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and the protection of critical infrastructure.