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Social Engineering

Social engineering is a type of attack that relies on manipulating individuals into divulging sensitive information or performing actions that compromise security. Social engineering attacks can take many forms, such as phishing emails, phone scams, or impersonating a trusted entity.

To prevent social engineering attacks, you can follow these steps:

  1. Be cautious when receiving unsolicited emails, phone calls, or messages from unknown or suspicious sources.

  2. Do not provide personal or sensitive information, such as passwords or financial information, in response to unsolicited requests.

  3. Verify the identity of the person or organization making the request before providing any information.

  4. Keep software and operating systems up to date with the latest security patches and updates.

  5. Use anti-virus and anti-malware software, and keep it up to date.

  6. Educate yourself and others about common social engineering tactics and scams.

  7. Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts.

By following these steps and being vigilant, you can reduce the risk of falling victim to a social engineering attack and protect sensitive information from being compromised.

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Which of the following should you do to restrict access to your devices and data?

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What kind of cybersecurity risks can be mitigated by using a VPN?

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Turning off the GPS of your device prevents any tracking of your location.

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Which of these is an example of a phishing attack?

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