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Social Engineering

The psychological manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging confidential information, exploiting human trust rather than technical vulnerabilities.

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Social Engineering Attacks: The Complete Guide to Human-Targeted Threats

Social engineering exploits human psychology rather than technical flaws. Learn how attackers manipulate trust, urgency, and authority—and how to recognize and defend against these threats.

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