TLS Cryptography In-Depth

A practical introduction to modern cryptography using the Transport Layer Security protocol as the primary reference

Key Features

• Learn about real-world cryptographic pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Understand past attacks on TLS, how these attacks worked, and how they were fixed
• Discover the inner workings of modern cryptography and its application within TLS
• Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

What you will learn

• Understand TLS principles and protocols for secure internet communication
• Find out how cryptographic primitives are used within TLS V1.3
• Discover best practices for secure configuration and implementation of TLS
• Evaluate and select appropriate cipher suites for optimal security
• Get an in-depth understanding of common cryptographic vulnerabilities and ways to mitigate them
• Explore forward secrecy and its importance in maintaining confidentiality
• Understand TLS extensions and their significance in enhancing TLS functionality

Who this book is for

This book is for IT professionals, cybersecurity professionals, security engineers, cryptographers, software developers, and administrators looking to gain a solid understanding of TLS specifics and their relationship with cryptography. This book can also be used by computer science and computer engineering students to learn about key cryptographic concepts in a clear, yet rigorous way with its applications in TLS. There are no specific prerequisites, but a basic familiarity with programming and mathematics will be helpful.