Social engineering is a clever tactic used by cybercriminals to manipulate people into giving up access or information. Instead of hacking technology, they target human behavior. Think of a convincing email, a fake call from a ‘bank employee’, or someone casually slipping through a secured door.
Examples include phishing, vishing (via phone), pretexting (creating a believable backstory), and tailgating (following someone into a restricted area). It’s all about gaining trust. If something feels a little off, trust your instincts.
