Hacking Exposed: Malware & Rootkits Secrets & Solutions

While the first reviewer didn’t like the emphasis on Rootkits as opposed to also including more info on Malware, there are already plenty of books concerning Malware in my opinion.

The delivery mechanism (Rootkits) seems to be less exposed and known about in the general public.

This book deals more with actually locating, and removing Rootkits (within reason) where as many of the recently published Rootkit guides deal more with implementation and structuring of Rootkits.

For the above average computer user as well as IT professional, I would highly recommend this book. It’s not written in laymans terms but even someone who is an avid computer user could pick up many useful tips from this read. If you have any dreams of getting into the computer security field or if you do computer security on the side, this is an absolute must have for your library.

The newest generation of crackers and black hats are quickly moving to the Rootkit delivery system because of it’s totally stealth characteristics and fast deployment system rendering todays AV and Anti-Malware programs virtually useless to protect the end user.

Personally I’d recommend everyone get or read this book since Rootkits ARE the wave of the future without a doubt.
Rating: 4 / 5