Title: Top 5 Social Engineering Attack Techniques Used by Cyber Criminals
Headings: Top 5 Social Engineering Attack Techniques Used by Cyber Criminals
Top 5 Social Engineering Attack Techniques Used by Cyber Criminals
What is Social Engineering?
The Crux of Social Engineering Attacks
Some Common Social Engineering Attack Techniques
1. Baiting
Example:
(a) Baiting in the Physical Space
(b) Baiting in the Cyber Space
2. Phishing
Example:
3. Scareware
Example:
4. Pretexting
Example:
5. Quid Pro Quo
Example:
Tips to Avoid Being a Social Engineering Victim
1. Be Slow & Steady
2. Do Your Homework
3. Abstain from Clicking Links
4. Download Wisely
5. Be Cautious of Foreign Offers
How to Protect Yourself from Social Engineering Attacks?
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Content: Social engineering attack techniques vary as per the final objectives of miscreants. Some may seek information such as passwords and financial details to cheat victims of money. Likewise, some use this technique to gain access to the victim’s computer to covertly install malicious software. This enables them to gain control over their systems and access their personal information. The Crux of Social Engineering Attacks
Trust is crucial for an individual’s security –in the physical, emotional space as well as cyber space! Not knowing when and whom to trust is the trait that cyber criminals look for in a potential social engineering victim. Social engineering attacks exploit the gullibility of individuals into trusting online communication or information. With the colossal upsurge in fake websites and spam emails, it is important that you know what and whom to trust in the digital space. Be cognizant of the legitimacy of online information. DO NOT accept any information or person at face value.