Glossary/Social Engineering
Human Security

Social Engineering

Psychological manipulation techniques used to trick people into revealing confidential information.

Social Engineering is the art of manipulating people into performing actions or divulging confidential information. It exploits human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities.

Common Techniques

TechniqueMethodTarget
PhishingFake emails/websitesCredentials
VishingPhone callsPersonal info
SmishingSMS messagesLinks/data
PretextingFabricated scenariosTrust
BaitingPhysical mediaSystem access
TailgatingPhysical followingBuilding access

Prevention

  • Security awareness training
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Verification procedures for sensitive requests
  • Phishing simulations
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