Cryptography and Network Security: Principles and Practice (4th Edition): Principles and Practice (4th Edition)

Author: Stallings
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: This book systematically introduces the fundamental principles and application techniques of cryptography and network security. The book is mainly divided into the following four parts: The symmetric cryptography part discusses the algorithms and design principles of symmetric cryptography; The public-key cryptography and hash functions part discusses the algorithms and design principles of public-key cryptography, message authentication codes, and the application of hash functions; The network security applications part discusses system-level security issues, including email security, IP security, and web security, etc.; The system security part discusses the threats caused by intruders and viruses, as well as corresponding countermeasures, the application of firewalls, and trusted systems, etc. Compared to the third edition, the fourth edition adds new content such as Whirlpool, CMAC, DDoS, and CCITSE, and expands on simplified AES and PKI. Additionally, there have been many changes and updates in the presentation of basic content, and over 100 new exercises have been added. This book can be used as a textbook for senior undergraduate students and early graduate students in information-related fields, and can also be referenced by professionals in the fields of information security, computer science, communication, electronic engineering, etc. William Stallings provides readers with an excellent book on cryptography and network security. The updated fourth edition reflects the latest trends and developments in this field, thoroughly explaining the principles, techniques, and practices of cryptography and network security. First, the book systematically explains the concepts and standards of encryption, cryptography, symmetric and public-key encryption, digital signatures, etc.; then it explores the practice of network security, introducing new applications for authentication, email security, IP security, and web security; finally, the book reviews the challenges of system security, covering major attacks and today's best defense measures. As usual, the book provides outstanding support, including a wealth of supplementary materials and online resources. For students, teachers, and engineering professionals, it remains the best resource in this field. Key Features: Expanded Content – Simplified AES: Clearly and simply introduces the advanced encryption standard New Content – Whirlpool: Detailedly introduces this new secure hash algorithm based on symmetric block ciphers New Content – CMAC: Detailedly introduces the cryptographic message authentication code for message authentication Expanded Content – PKI: Expands the scope of the public-key infrastructure New Content – DDoS: Understands distributed denial-of-service attacks, which are today's most threatening attacks on networks and the internet New Content – CCITSE: The Common Criteria for Information Technology Security Evaluation, which is today's international framework for expressing security requirements and evaluating products and implementations Expanded Content – Includes over 100 new exercises Practical Experience – Provides strong support for readers' research projects, programming projects, and reading/reports Internet Resources – Detailed resources and information can be obtained through the author's website http://www.williamstallings.com/ This book systematically introduces the fundamental principles and application techniques of cryptography and network security. The book is mainly divided into the following four parts: The symmetric cryptography part discusses the algorithms and design principles of symmetric cryptography; The public-key cryptography and hash functions part discusses the algorithms and design principles of public-key cryptography, message authentication codes, and the application of hash functions; The network security applications part discusses system-level security issues, including email security, IP security, and web security, etc.; The system security part discusses the threats caused by intruders and viruses, as well as corresponding countermeasures, the application of firewalls, and trusted systems, etc. Compared to the third edition, the fourth edition adds new content such as Whirlpool, CMAC, DDoS, and CCITSE, and expands on simplified AES and PKI. Additionally, there have been many changes and updates in the presentation of basic content, and over 100 new exercises have been added. This book can be used as a textbook for graduate students and senior undergraduate students, and can also be referenced by professionals in the fields of information security, computer science, communication, electronic engineering, etc.