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The Art of Cyber Security. A practical guide to winning the war on cyber crime

The Art of Cyber Security. A practical guide to winning the war on cyber crime

IT Governance Publishing, Gary Hibberd

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This book redefines cyber security through the lens of creativity and classical strategy. It begins by exploring the mindset of the cyber defender as both artist and martial artist, highlighting the importance of intuition, flow, and individual perspective. It challenges rigid educational models and argues for a more adaptive, expressive approach to security thinking.

Building on this foundation, the second part interprets Sun Tzu’s The Art of War in a cyber context. Each chapter reframes traditional military concepts—deception, preparation, leadership, and adaptability—through the realities of digital threats. The text emphasizes how timeless strategies apply to the modern information battlefield.

By blending philosophy, history, and practical insight, the book offers a unique take on digital defense. It invites readers to reflect on their approach, question assumptions, and embrace both logic and creativity. This is not just a guide to threats and tactics, but a call to rethink what it means to be a cyber security professional today.
  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Definitions and Clarifications
  • 3. Cyber Security as an Art Form
  • 4. The Art of Cyber Security
  • 5. Warfare and Deception
  • 6. Know Yourself
  • 7. Preparation and Evasion
  • 8. Water Retains No Constant Shape
  • 9. Strategy and Tactics
  • 10. The Vital Importance of State
  • 11. The Moral Law
  • 12. Calculations in Battle
  • 13. Rewards of War
  • 14. Good Fighters
  • 15. Signs and Signals
  • 16. The General and the Sovereign
  • 17. The Clever General
  • 18. Disciplined and Calm
  • 19. Five Dangerous Faults
  • 20. Soldiers
  • 21. Striving for Victory
  • 22. Conclusion
  • 23. Required Reading
  • Title: The Art of Cyber Security. A practical guide to winning the war on cyber crime
  • Author: IT Governance Publishing, Gary Hibberd
  • Original title: The Art of Cyber Security. A practical guide to winning the war on cyber crime
  • ISBN: 9781806388141, 9781806388141
  • Date of issue: 2025-07-30
  • Format: Ebook
  • Item ID: e_4jbl
  • Publisher: IT Governance Publishing