{"title":"William L. Simon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of William L. Simon, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful exploration of the realms of computing and technology. His gripping reads, co-authored with security expert Kevin Mitnick, delve into the dynamic world of digital security and the art of deception in everyday technological interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his most celebrated works are \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Deception\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Intrusion\u003c\/em\u003e. These books reveal fascinating strategies used by hackers, offering readers an eye-opening glimpse into the vulnerabilities and ingenious tactics employed in the cyber world. Ideal for tech enthusiasts and security professionals, Simon’s narratives offer educational yet engaging insights into the constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile uncovering the complexities of digital threats, Simon's writings maintain an approachable and engaging tone, making complex technical information accessible to a broad audience. Whether you're a seasoned IT expert or simply curious about the unseen challenges within our digital age, William L. Simon's books are an essential addition to any technology aficionado’s library.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-art-of-intrusion-by-william-l-simon-9780471782667","title":"The Art of Intrusion","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHacker extraordinaire Kevin Mitnick delivers the explosive encore to his bestselling \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Deception\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKevin Mitnick, the world's most celebrated hacker, now devotes his life to helping businesses and governments combat data thieves, cybervandals, and other malicious computer intruders. In his bestselling \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Deception\u003c\/i\u003e, Mitnick presented fictionalised case studies that illustrated how savvy computer crackers use \"social engineering\" to compromise even the most technically secure computer systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, in his new book, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Intrusion\u003c\/i\u003e, Mitnick goes one step further, offering hair-raising stories of real-life computer break-ins and showing how the victims could have prevented them. Mitnick's reputation within the hacker community gave him unique credibility with the perpetrators of these crimes, who freely shared their stories with him—and whose exploits Mitnick now reveals in detail for the first time, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA group of friends who won nearly a million dollars in Las Vegas by reverse-engineering slot machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo teenagers who were persuaded by terrorists to hack into the Lockheed Martin computer systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo convicts who joined forces to become hackers inside a Texas prison\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA \"Robin Hood\" hacker who penetrated the computer systems of many prominent companies—and then told them how he gained access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith riveting \"you are there\" descriptions of real computer break-ins, indispensable tips on countermeasures security professionals need to implement now, and Mitnick's own acerbic commentary on the crimes he describes, this book is sure to reach a wide audience and attract the attention of both law enforcement agencies and the media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000763465964,"sku":"9780471782667","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26591223482355.jpg?v=1763302931"},{"product_id":"the-art-of-deception-by-william-l-simon-9780764542800","title":"The Art of Deception","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world's most infamous hacker offers an insider's view of the low-tech threats to high-tech security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKevin Mitnick's exploits as a cyber-desperado and fugitive form one of the most exhaustive FBI manhunts in history and have spawned dozens of articles, books, films, and documentaries. Since his release from federal prison in 1998, Mitnick has turned his life around and established himself as one of the most sought-after computer security experts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, in \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Deception\u003c\/em\u003e, the world's most notorious hacker gives new meaning to the old adage, \"It takes a thief to catch a thief.\" Focusing on the human factors involved with information security, Mitnick explains why all the firewalls and encryption protocols in the world will never be enough to stop a savvy grifter intent on rifling a corporate database or an irate employee determined to crash a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the help of many fascinating true stories of successful attacks on business and government, he illustrates just how susceptible even the most locked-down information systems are to a slick con artist impersonating an IRS agent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNarrating from the points of view of both the attacker and the victims, he explains why each attack was so successful and how it could have been prevented in an engaging and highly readable style reminiscent of a true-crime novel. And, perhaps most importantly, Mitnick offers advice for preventing these types of social engineering hacks through security protocols, training programmes, and manuals that address the human element of security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000763498732,"sku":"9780764542800","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5184603482460.jpg?v=1763302936"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/william-l-simon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}