Security Engineering: A Guide to Building Dependable Distributed Systems

A seminal work by Cambridge University professor Ross Anderson, now updated for its third edition and released on December 22, 2020. This comprehensive guide explores the critical aspects of designing, implementing, and testing secure systems in a world where software is ubiquitous.

First introduced as a best-seller in 2001, this book played a pivotal role in establishing security engineering as a discipline. The second edition, published in 2008, tackled the rise of specialized underground dark markets and shifting attack vectors from technology to users. This new version continues Anderson’s legacy by addressing contemporary challenges, including the shift towards mobile usage, cloud computing, online advertising, and the pervasive influence of social networks.

The third edition delves into how security engineering principles apply in today’s digital landscape, where crime patterns remain familiar but methods have evolved significantly. With 1232 pages of insightful content, this guide is essential reading for professionals and students alike seeking to build dependable distributed systems that can withstand both errors and attacks.

ISBN-10: 1119642787 | ISBN-13: 978-1119642787

Dimensions: 7.7 x 2.3 x 9.3 inches | Print Length: 1232 pages