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SAINTCON 2023 - Ed Miro - How to Social Engineer the Ultimate Adversary
Learn how to social engineer the ultimate adversary by understanding human psychology and behavior, building rapport, and establishing trust in this SAINTCON 2023 talk, featuring expert Ed Miro.
- People are more likely to trust and like those who are genuine and authentic, and who they perceive as being like them.
- Social engineering is a complex and multifaceted field, requiring a deep understanding of human psychology and behavior.
- The principles of social engineering are rooted in human psychology and are based on the idea that people tend to respond to certain cues and stimuli.
- The most effective social engineers are those who are able to build rapport with their targets and establish a sense of trust.
- Social engineering is not limited to phishing and other forms of technical attacks, but also includes non-technical methods such as pretexting, spoofing, and baiting.
- Understanding the psychological principles behind social engineering is crucial for developing effective countermeasures and for protecting against these types of attacks.
- The most effective way to combat social engineering is to educate people about the risks and to provide them with the tools and skills they need to protect themselves.
- Social engineering is a constantly evolving field, and threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and sophisticated.
- The best way to stay safe is to be aware of the risks and to take steps to protect yourself, such as being cautious when clicking on links or opening attachments, and being wary of unexpected requests for personal information.
- People should also be aware of the importance of their own behavior and actions, and the impact they can have on others.
- People should also be aware of the importance of respecting others’ boundaries and privacy, and of not engaging in behavior that may be harmful or offensive to others.
- Finally, people should be aware of the importance of reporting any suspicious activity or behavior to the appropriate authorities.