Social Engineering

The Science of Human Hacking

by: Christopher Hadnagy

in: Security & Cryptography

Summary:

The book provides an in-depth exploration of the psychological tactics used by social engineers to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that may compromise security. It offers insights into understanding and defending against these deceptive practices through real-world examples, techniques, and strategies for building a personal defense against social engineering threats.

Key points:

1. Human Behavior: The book stresses the need to understand human psychology in social engineering, explaining how emotions are manipulated to influence decisions.

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