Pretexting: A Deceptive Social Engineering Attack

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Introduction Cyber criminals use various social engineering techniques to manipulate individuals into revealing confidential information. One of the most deceptive and effective methods is pretexting. Unlike other forms of social engineering that rely on fear or urgency, pretexting builds trust... Read more

Angler Phishing: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself

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As the world becomes more digitally connected, the risk of cyber crimes continues to increase. One of the most insidious forms of cybercrime is angler phishing, a sophisticated and increasingly common form of social engineering attack. Unlike traditional phishing, which... Read more

Smishing (SMS Phishing): How to Identify and Avoid It

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In recent years, cyber criminals have increasingly targeted individuals through text messages, a method known as smishing (SMS phishing). Smishing is a type of social engineering attack where fraudsters impersonate legitimate businesses or organizations through SMS messages, aiming to steal... Read more

Understanding Vishing (Voice Phishing): How to Protect Yourself

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In today’s digital age, cyber criminals are continuously finding new and sophisticated ways to trick individuals and businesses into sharing sensitive information. One such tactic is vishing, or voice phishing, a form of social engineering that uses phone calls to... Read more

What is Spear Phishing? How to Spot & Prevent It

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Spear phishing is a highly targeted form of phishing attack where cyber criminals impersonate a trusted individual or organization to deceive specific individuals into revealing confidential information. Unlike broad-based phishing campaigns that target large numbers of people, spear phishing attacks... Read more

Recognize Phishing Scams: Tips for Protecting Yourself

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Phishing scams are one of the most prevalent forms of cybercrime today, designed to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal details. With phishing attacks growing more sophisticated, it’s crucial to understand how... Read more