Pretexting: A Deceptive Social Engineering Attack

Pretexting
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

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

voice-phishing
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