Information Security: Social Engineering Attacks

Social engineering is when criminals trick people online into sharing private information. This information is then used to access their accounts. It’s a daily threat online. Antivirus software can protect you against viruses and hackers, but social engineering bypasses it by exploiting human nature. The best way to avoid it is to know how to spot it. In this course, you'll learn how to identify the warning signs and what you need to do to avoid becoming the victim of a social engineering attack.

Learning objectives:

• Explain how phishing is used in social engineering. Define SMISHING. Identify how Social Media is used in social media attacks. Keep your information safe