The Rising Threat of Social Engineering in Cybersecurity

Social Engineering TEXT

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting human vulnerabilities rather than technological ones. Social engineering is a psychological manipulation technique used to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information, granting unauthorized access, or executing fraudulent transactions. Unlike traditional cyberattacks that exploit software flaws, social engineering preys on trust, emotions, and human error, making it one of the most effective and dangerous attack vectors in modern cybersecurity. The Growing Impact of Social Engineering Attacks Social engineering accounts for 70% to 90% of cyberattacks, causing billions of dollars in damages each year. According to the 2024…

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