Social engineering builds on an individual or group of antagonists using psychological manipulation of individuals into performing actions or divulging confidential information.
The difference between social engineering attacks and the more known forms of attacks (the use of technical vulnerabilities) is that social engineering exploit the human psychology, such as trust, fear, and curiosity.
The best defense against social engineering is education and awareness. Below you can find information of some of the social engineering tactics used.
Remember, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Always think before you click!
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