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What is social engineering?
What is social engineering?
- An attempt to trick someone into revealing sensitive information (correct)
- A process of encrypting data to prevent unauthorized access
- A way to physically breach cybersecurity systems
- A method to secure networks using biometric authentication
Which of the following is NOT a phase in social engineering as described in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a phase in social engineering as described in the text?
- Data Encryption (correct)
- Active Reconnaissance
- Information Gathering
- Passive Recon
What is the main purpose of passive reconnaissance in social engineering?
What is the main purpose of passive reconnaissance in social engineering?
- To encrypt sensitive information
- To install malware on target networks
- To actively engage with target systems
- To gain information without directly engaging with systems (correct)
How do social engineers manipulate individuals to carry out attacks?
How do social engineers manipulate individuals to carry out attacks?
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Which phase of social engineering involves obtaining knowledge about target systems?
Which phase of social engineering involves obtaining knowledge about target systems?
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What is NOT a common method in the social engineering information gathering process?
What is NOT a common method in the social engineering information gathering process?
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Why is information gathering crucial in social engineering attacks?
Why is information gathering crucial in social engineering attacks?
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What distinguishes active reconnaissance from passive reconnaissance?
What distinguishes active reconnaissance from passive reconnaissance?
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'Social engineers manipulate human feelings such as curiosity or fear to carry out attacks' - what aspect of social engineering is this statement emphasizing?
'Social engineers manipulate human feelings such as curiosity or fear to carry out attacks' - what aspect of social engineering is this statement emphasizing?
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