Rootkits For Dummies, w. CD-ROM - Softcover

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Larry Stevenson is a veteran security consultant and instructor.

Nancy Altholz is a Microsoft Security MVP and security expert. Both are associated with CastleCops.com, a resource for security professionals.

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Recognize rootkits and plan your counter-attack

Here's how to root out this malicious software and manage damage control

Rootkits are diabolical, virtually invisible ways for someone to hijack your data, computer, or worse your entire network. But never fear this book reveals their ugly secrets and shows you exactly how to identify them, yank them out, repair the damage they've done, and set up defenses to keep new ones from taking root in your system.

Discover how to

• Identify types of rootkits
• Keep your computer clean
• Root out invasive software
• Protect your system with regular updates
• Plan for recovery
• Recognize when you have to start over

All on the bonus CD-Rom

CD includes

• Anti-malware utilities and scanners
• Backup and imaging applications
• System analysis programs
• Rootkit-detection-and-removal applications
• Password protectors and generators

For details and complete system requirements, see the CD-ROM appendix