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Social Engineering

Manipulating humans

Social engineering is the art of manipulating humans into performing actions or divulging confidential information that usually goes against their best interest.

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Social Engineering is a manipulation technique used by attackers to exploit human psychology rather than technical hacking methods. It leverages trust, fear, urgency, or other emotions to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise security. Penetra…

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Question 1

What is the primary goal of a social engineering attack?

To install malware or viruses on a computer system. To manipulate people into divulging sensitive information or granting access to secure systems To hack into a company's database and steal customer information. To initiate a denial-of-service attack on a company's network. To physically break into a building to steal information.

Correct Answer: To manipulate people into divulging sensitive information or granting access to secure systems

Social engineering attacks rely on human psychology to trick people into divulging sensitive information or granting access to secure systems. While other types of attacks focus on exploiting technical vulnerabilities, social engineering attacks target the human element of security.

Question 2

What is the primary defense against social engineering attacks?

Education and awareness training for employees Installing the latest antivirus and firewall software on all computers Hiring a security consultant to perform regular vulnerability assessments Banning the use of personal devices in the workplace Restricting physical access to sensitive areas and networks

Correct Answer: Education and awareness training for employees

While technical security measures are important, the most effective way to prevent social engineering attacks is to educate and train employees on how to recognize and respond to these types of attacks.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a tailgating attack?

Installing malware on an employee's computer via a USB drive Sending phishing emails to employees to trick them into clicking on malicious links Using a fake login page to steal employees' login credentials Following an employee into a secure area without proper access credentials Using electronic jamming devices to disrupt wireless signals in a building

Correct Answer: Following an employee into a secure area without proper access credentials

A tailgating attack involves following an authorized person into a secure area without proper access credentials. This can be a physical security risk, as the attacker gains access to sensitive information and resources.

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