How to Spot a Social Engineering Attack

Modified on Mon, 21 Jul, 2025 at 7:38 AM

  • Attacker pretends to be someone you trust

  • They ask for personal info or passwords

  • Often uses urgency or fear to pressure you

  • Verify before responding or clicking anything

Social engineering tricks people into giving away personal information. The attacker might pretend to be a friend, coworker, or support agent. They often try to rush or scare you. Don’t respond quickly—slow down and double-check before acting.

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