Go back about 15 years and if you and I were sitting over a whisky having a chat I would never have imagined that social engineering would be where it is today. When I started this company and began writing
The Social-Engineer Newsletter
The Social-Engineer Newsletter is a monthly journal that covers the physical, psychological or physiological principles of social engineering that apply to everyday life. Subscribe to receive the newsletter via email on the FIRST MONDAY of each month; or browse our newsletter archives below.
In the Name of Psychology
Studies have shown that uncommon names can have a negative effect. Are they right? Maxie Reynolds, Technical Team Lead for Social-Engineer, LLC, takes a look.
The Danny Ocean of Social Engineer’s
Shelby Dacko, Human Risk Analyst with SocialâEngineer, LLC., shares her story of entering the field of professional social engineering.
#BeCyberSmart: Protect Your Cyberspace
Whether itâs protecting your personal network and devices, your virtual workspace, or classroom, find out how you can #BeCyberSmart.
Socially Engineered – HumansÂ
From Fortune 500 companies, to kids and retirees, and everyone in between, we are all potential targets of social engineers. In this newsletter we examine social engineering tactics, how they are used against us, and how we can all identify them to our benefit.
The Next Generation of Hackers
Being a hacker requires curiosity, certain computer security skills, and a mindset for figuring out what criminals will do before they do it. So, where do we look for the next generation of hackers? Find out in the August Newsletter!
Social Engineering, Sales and Ethics
Have you ever tried to pretend youâre someone else to get the deal to go through? If you have, then youâve used the social engineering technique of impersonation. Is it helpful? Can we effectively blend social engineering with sales and ethics? Find out in the July Newsletter.
The Rise of Phishing Attacks: P.S. ILoveYou
Did you ever receive an email with that subject line IILOVEYOU? Millions did in May 2000. It was a game changer for social engineering, and saw the beginning of the rise of phishing attacks. Social engineering and cybersecurity have come a long way since 2000. This month, weâre going back to the past and taking a look at social engineering to see how far it has come.
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