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Fancy Bear Goes Phishing: The Dark History of the Information Age, in Five Extraordinary Hacks by Scott J. Shapiro
5.0
“cybercrime has less to do with defective programming than with the faulty wiring of our psyches and society”
Main questions explored:
1- why the internet is so insecure?
2- how hackers do what they do?
3- what could be done?
This book explores cybercrime's roots within the societal structure and human psychology. The book starts off with earlier chapters narrating different events that seems initially unrelated then gradually converge towards a cohesive narrative reaching the end. Intriguingly, the book begins with focusing on computer history which takes an unexpected turn as the narrative unfolds. The story gradually transforms into a reflection of the challenges posed by state actors and their vast resources. Shapiro pull it off with his approach of elucidating intricate technical subjects tho in my opinion, some parts of the chapters might be a bit technical for beginners. The narrative definitely illuminates the exploration of infamous hacks, uncovering unexpected hackers behind all of the major cyberattacks. Shapiro weave hacking events with insights of profound analysis of cyber-espionage and the intricacies of human decision-making very well that it adds depth to the overall story.
Would highly recommend to those who are interested to dip into computer science or cybersecurity. For tech professionals, it may sounds redundant and will not offer much value tech-wise though I would still recommend to pick this up to explore and ponder on the social as well as psychological impacts. In short, the book does not only delves into the world of cybercrimes but also presents a meticulously crafted, captivating, and informative examination of the interplay between technology, psychology, and society. It effortlessly connects technical concepts with relatable anecdotes making it an amazing read for those who seek to understand the captivating and constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Definitely an informative and insightful read that provides fresh perspectives and opens up our eyes on the the topic of internet safety in the fast-evolving world of cyber threats.
Thank you Times Reads for the ARC!
Main questions explored:
1- why the internet is so insecure?
2- how hackers do what they do?
3- what could be done?
This book explores cybercrime's roots within the societal structure and human psychology. The book starts off with earlier chapters narrating different events that seems initially unrelated then gradually converge towards a cohesive narrative reaching the end. Intriguingly, the book begins with focusing on computer history which takes an unexpected turn as the narrative unfolds. The story gradually transforms into a reflection of the challenges posed by state actors and their vast resources. Shapiro pull it off with his approach of elucidating intricate technical subjects tho in my opinion, some parts of the chapters might be a bit technical for beginners. The narrative definitely illuminates the exploration of infamous hacks, uncovering unexpected hackers behind all of the major cyberattacks. Shapiro weave hacking events with insights of profound analysis of cyber-espionage and the intricacies of human decision-making very well that it adds depth to the overall story.
Would highly recommend to those who are interested to dip into computer science or cybersecurity. For tech professionals, it may sounds redundant and will not offer much value tech-wise though I would still recommend to pick this up to explore and ponder on the social as well as psychological impacts. In short, the book does not only delves into the world of cybercrimes but also presents a meticulously crafted, captivating, and informative examination of the interplay between technology, psychology, and society. It effortlessly connects technical concepts with relatable anecdotes making it an amazing read for those who seek to understand the captivating and constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Definitely an informative and insightful read that provides fresh perspectives and opens up our eyes on the the topic of internet safety in the fast-evolving world of cyber threats.
Thank you Times Reads for the ARC!