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What is Social Engineering?
Social engineering is an attack that relies on human interaction to trick users into revealing confidential information or performing an action they wouldn't normally do. This can be done in person, over the phone, or online. Attackers use social engineering tactics because they often successfully get people to comply with their requests without realizing they are being manipulated.
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An example of social engineering is phishing. Phishing is when an attacker attempts to gain access to a user's information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, by sending emails that appear to be from a legitimate source. These emails often contain malicious links or attachments designed to mislead recipients into giving up confidential information.
By investing in technology such as firewalls, spam filters, and virus scanners, businesses and users can protect themselves from malicious software attacks; however, technology alone is not enough to keep everyone safe; social engineering attacks rely on human interaction, which makes them incredibly difficult to detect and stop. Therefore, users must remain vigilant and take necessary measures to protect themselves from this attack. However, with increased awareness and understanding of social engineering techniques, we can help reduce the threat posed by attackers who use these tactics.
- Social engineering is the process of manipulating people into giving up confidential information
- It usually involves some trick or deception
- The goal is to obtain sensitive data such as passwords, credit card numbers, or other personal information
- Social engineering can be done over the phone, through email, or in person
- Be aware of social engineering tactics, so you can protect yourself from becoming a victim
Intrada continues to raise awareness around social engineering to formulate a defense against this increasingly common type of attack. Businesses and individuals should be on guard and take steps to keep their data safe, such as setting up multi-factor authentication, updating passwords regularly, and actively monitoring phishing attempts. With vigilance and education, we can prevent the loss of financial and personal information due to this pervasive threat.
For more cyber awareness services or training from Intrada, contact us to discuss in more detail and protect yourself against social engineering attacks. Together, we can create a safer digital world for everyone.
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