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1,111,111 TRP = 11,111 USD
1,111,111 TRP = 11,111 USD
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How It’s Done
Pretexting: Attackers create fake scenarios (e.g., posing as IT support) to gain trust and extract data.
Phishing: Fraudulent emails/texts mimic legitimate sources (e.g., banks) to steal credentials or infect systems.
Baiting: Victims are lured with promises (e.g., free downloads) that deliver malware.
Tailgating: Unauthorized individuals physically follow employees into restricted areas.
Quid Pro Quo: Offering fake rewards (e.g., “tech support” in exchange for login details).
Psychological Triggers
Urgency: “Your account will be locked!” prompts hasty actions.
Authority: Pretending to be a CEO or government official pressures compliance.
Social Proof: Fake testimonials or fake “likes” build false credibility.
Defenses
Verify identities via secondary channels (e.g., call back a known number).
Train staff to recognize red flags (e.g., grammar errors, unusual requests).
Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) to limit breach impact.
Social engineering exploits human psychology, not technical flaws. Vigilance and skepticism are key defenses.