Social Engineering
Psychological manipulation techniques used to trick people into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security.
Social engineering is the art of manipulating people into breaking security procedures. Rather than exploiting technical vulnerabilities, attackers exploit human psychology: trust, fear, urgency, curiosity, and helpfulness.
Common social engineering techniques include phishing, pretexting (creating a fabricated scenario), baiting (leaving infected USB drives), tailgating (following authorized personnel through secure doors), and vishing (phone-based manipulation).
Technical defenses alone cannot prevent social engineering. Organizations need security awareness training, verification procedures for sensitive requests, and a culture where employees feel comfortable questioning unusual requests. A password manager helps by ensuring credentials are never shared verbally or through informal channels.
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