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: Pretexting
Pretexting is a social engineering technique that uses an interesting ploy to deceive victims. Once the perpetrator gains the victim’s trust, making the latter disclose sensitive information become a cakewalk. Did you know that successful pretexting attacks have tripled since 2017? Following are some common pretexts for deceiving victims into divulging their personal information: Urgent call for help citing a friend or kin robbed, injured or hospitalized in some other country. Fund-raising donation for a natural disaster, political campaign or charity to play on the victim’s generosity and humanity. Present an issue that requires the victim to verify his/her information by clicking on the link provided or filling an online form. Notifying of a lottery or contest win that requires the victim to enter their financial details. Posing as a co-worker or boss to demand personal or financial information. Example: