Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat; it is a daily reality that affects people, businesses, and governments in today's hyper-connected world. It is important for everyone in every field to know how these attacks happen and how to protect themselves from them, from social media scams to advanced network intrusions.
This book takes you on a structured journey through the world of cybercrime and security. It starts with the basics of cybercrime and then about threats on social media, mobile, and wireless devices t and the tools and methods attackers use. It discusses cybersecurity policies, information security principles, and risk management, as well as attack methods like SQL injection and phishing. Digital forensic methods and real-life fraud cases show how crimes are committed and how they are looked into. The end of the book talks about cyber laws, ethics, and the global frameworks that affect digital security.
By the end of this book, readers will have a good grasp of both the technical and human sides of cybercrime. They will learn how to spot threats, use security measures, and understand the legal consequences of their actions. This book gives you the information you need to confidently navigate and protect the digital world, whether you are a student, an IT professional, or a business leader.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
● Basics of cybercrime and how it has changed over time.
● Phishing, identity theft, and threats on social media are.
● Risk awareness for using mobile and wireless devices.
● Understand the tools that hackers use to attack.
● Learn to defend yourself against common cyberattacks and how they work.
● Learn about real-life scams and how to stop them.
● Know about cyber laws, digital forensics, and how to do the right thing.
WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR
This book is for students, IT professionals, cybersecurity analysts, and business leaders who want to strengthen their understanding of cyberthreats and defenses. It is equally valuable for law enforcement officers, educators, and policy makers seeking practical insights into digital security.
Mayank Bhushan has over 17 years of teaching and industry experience. He holds a B.Tech. degree in Computer Science and Engineering and an M.Tech. degree in the same field from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad (Prayagraj). In addition to achieving strong academic credentials, he is certified in Big Data and Salesforce Cloud Computing with global exposure. He also holds a certificate in Computer Networking on the Linux platform from IIT Kharagpur. Alongside this book, he has authored information technology and its management and big data and hadoop.
Throughout his professional journey, he has had the privilege of disseminating knowledge through lectures at both private and government engineering institutions. He has been actively associated with NCERT, SCERT, NIOS, NIELIT, CBSE and several other government organizations in developing and consulting on academic content aligned with the objectives of NEP 2020, with a particular focus on Big Data, Hadoop, Cloud Computing, and Cyber Security. Demonstrating a strong commitment to education, he has independently designed a comprehensive course on Big Data and Cloud Computing, which integrates not only theoretical foundations but also practical project concepts and real-time solutions to enhance effective learning.
He has written extensively in this domain and is recognized for making significant contributions to international scholarship. With his vast experience, he has authored numerous impactful research papers that have gained global readership. Beyond his academic contributions, Mayank Bhushan has been a source of inspiration to many scholars, guiding them in their theses and serving as a valuable mentor.
His expertise and dedication have not only enriched academic literature but have also profoundly influenced the academic journeys of aspiring researchers. His unwavering commitment to advancing knowledge and nurturing the next generation of scholars is evident in his prolific research output and mentorship roles.
Dr. Aatif Jamshed is an accomplished academician and researcher serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at KIET Group of Institutions, Ghaziabad, affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. With over 16 years of teaching and industrial experience, he has contributed significantly to the fields of Data Mining, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning.
Dr. Jamshed has held faculty positions at several esteemed institutions, including ABES Engineering College, Galgotias University, and Vidya Institute of Engineering & Technology. He is also the founder and Director of FusionTech Innovations LLP, a startup focused on technological innovations. His academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Veer Madho Singh Bhandari Uttarakhand Technical University, Dehradun.
Dr. Jamshed has authored over 40+ research papers published in reputable international journals and conferences.
Dr. Jamshed has authored and co-authored several books, with four of them available on Amazon. He has also published multiple utility and design patents, showcasing his commitment to innovation and practical applications of his research.
He has been awarded a funded project under the TIDE 2.0 scheme, a government initiative aimed at promoting technology innovation and entrepreneurship. In recognition of his research excellence, he received the "Research Award 2022" from ABES Engineering College. ORCID: 0000-0003-3152-6147.
