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Chapter 1 Introduction

Art of War If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know  yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle Sun Tzu, Art of War

Inside &Outside Threats The competition Hacktivists Organized crime Terrorists Governments Hired Guns

Attacker Skill Levels Script Kiddies Click Kiddies Moderately skilled attackers Elite Attackers

Attackers vs Defenders Hackers Crackers White Hats Black Hats

Common Phases of an Attack Phase 1: Reconnaissance Phase 2: Scanning Phase 3: Gaining Access Phase 4: Maintaining Access Phase 5: Covering Tracks