Chavan, S: Crafting Ransomware

Sachin Chavan

ISBN 10: 9334130105 / ISBN 13: 9789334130102

Published by Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp, 2024

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Chavan, S: Crafting Ransomware
• Publisher: Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9334130105
• ISBN 13: 9789334130102
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 229W x 152H x 5D millimeters 229 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 5 millimeters depth
• Weight: 136 grams

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Synopsis

Crafting Ransomware: A Python Developer’s Guide
Subtitle: Developing and Testing Ransomware in Python: A Safe Approach for Cybersecurity Professionals

In today’s digital landscape, understanding cyber threats like ransomware is crucial for defense. Crafting Ransomware: A Python Developer’s Guide empowers cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and developers to explore the mechanics of ransomware in a safe, controlled environment. This guide provides a hands-on approach to Python-based ransomware development, focusing on education and security, not exploitation.

You'll delve into the evolution of ransomware, its attack strategies, and the tactics cybercriminals use to exploit victims. Through practical coding exercises, you’ll learn how to build undetectable ransomware with Python, bypassing traditional antivirus defenses using advanced obfuscation and encryption techniques—all while adhering to strict ethical guidelines.

What You’ll Learn:

• Foundations of Ransomware: Explore the history, evolution, and psychological tactics behind modern ransomware attacks.
• Python for Malware: Use Python to craft ransomware that encrypts files, evades detection, and persists on target systems.
• Testing in Safe Environments: Set up virtual environments to securely test ransomware without risking real systems.
• Ethics & Responsibility: Learn to develop ransomware solely for ethical hacking and educational purposes, using this knowledge to strengthen defenses.
• Real-World Examples: Study high-profile ransomware like WannaCry and Petya, and learn from their tactics to better defend against them.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and developers looking to deepen their knowledge of ransomware for defensive purposes. It’s ideal for anyone interested in learning how ransomware operates, but always with a focus on security and ethical responsibility.

Why Read This Book?

Ransomware is one of the most dangerous threats in the digital world. By learning how to build and test ransomware safely, you’ll enhance your ability to defend against real-world attacks. This book offers a powerful educational experience for anyone serious about advancing their cybersecurity skills.