The Art of Deception: Understanding Social Engineering and How to Protect Yourself

Imagine a thief who doesn’t break locks or pick pockets. Instead, they convince you to hand over your valuables yourself. That’s the essence of social engineering, a cybercrime tactic that exploits human psychology to manipulate victims into divulging sensitive information or taking actions that compromise their security.

Social engineers aren’t hackers; they’re con artists for the digital age. They carefully craft their approach, tailoring their personas and messages to specific targets. …

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