Social Engineering Attack

• Phishing: It is the most successful and widely used with subsets. It involves gaining unauthorised access to sensitive information and credentials by masquerading as a trustworthy entity via email or websites.
• Pretexting: An attacker creates a fabricated scenario to deceive individuals into providing confidential information or performing specific actions.
• Tailgating: A physical security breach where an unauthorised individual gains access to a restricted area by following an authorised person.

• Urgency: The attacker emphasises immediate action and does not allow the user sufficient time to consider the instruction.
• Quid Pro Quo: The attacker offers to give something in exchange for information, luring you with a too-good-to-be-true offer.

• Security Awareness Training: Arm your employees with the knowledge to combat the latest social engineering tactics. Regular training and phishing simulations will increase their preparedness and knowledge, and protect your business from these attacks.
• Passwords: Passwords are your digital fortresses. Make them with strong, unique combinations. Rotate them regularly (every 60 days is a good rule of thumb) to stay ahead of attackers.
• MFA: This is an extra security measure; even if your passwords get compromised, you are likely to thwart an attacker.

You can leverage our Phishing Security User Assessment and Training (PSUAT) to increase security awareness across your business. Reach out to sdr@cecureintel.com for more information.