Gustin J.F. Cyber Terrorism: A Guide for Facility Managers

Marcel Dekker, 2003. - 258 pages.In the current climate of terrorism, the facility manager is in a more critical position than ever before. Protecting the organization's infrastructure from cyber-based attacks that are designed to disrupt and/or destroy business operations is becoming increasingly important for facility managers.This book will address cyberterrorism and other forms of terrorist activity including mailroom security, bomb threats and the constant attacks from viruses, hackers and other invasive programs. Known terrorist groups will be identified, discussed and their disruptive techniques described. In addition, this book will also address the necessary steps needed for prevention; the corporation's/ business' assessment of vulnerability; its emergency preparedness, prevention, incident response and recovery. Containing practical, comprehensive and effective guidance and advice, this book is written in plain language and in a reader-friendly format for quick and easy reference and! will contain practical ideas and programs that have been used by facility managers and their staffs. There will be examples of ""lessons learned"" and mistakes to avoid. Major aspects of facility management will also be presented.