Social engineering is a method of fraud or manipulation that aims to exploit human weaknesses and behaviors to gain access to information or resources that are not normally accessible. The term refers to the use of social interactions and relationships to deceive people into performing certain actions or disclosing information.
Typically, this is done by sending fake emails or creating fake websites to collect confidential information such as usernames, passwords or credit card numbers. Other tactics may include phoning employees under false pretenses, exploiting relationships of authority or using human emotions such as fear, empathy or trust.
Social engineering is often used by cyber criminals to gain access to computer systems or networks in order to steal confidential information or cause damage. However, it can also be used by governments or companies to obtain information or access to important resources.
It is important to be aware that social engineering can occur anytime and anywhere and that it is not always easy to recognize. To protect against social engineering, people should be vigilant when they receive requests for sensitive information from unknown persons or in an unusual way. It is also important to use strong passwords and change them regularly, as well as ensure that computer systems and software are up to date to minimize vulnerabilities.
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