Social engineering

What is social engineering?

• A technique used to break computer hardware.

• Manipulating people into giving confidential information.

• A software used to hack passwords.

• A tool used by cybersecurity experts.

Which of the following is an example of a phishing attack?

• A scammer pretending to be IT support to ask for login credentials.

• A hacker breaking into a computer using a virus.

• A pop-up ad for a free software download.

• A strong password being leaked online.

You find a free USB drive labeled "Confidential Files" in the office. What should you do?

• Plug it into your computer to check its contents.

• Give it to your friend to see what’s inside.

• Hand it over to IT or security.

• Use it to store your own files.

Which of the following is NOT a common social engineering attack?

• Phishing

• Tailgating

• Firewall Hacking

• Baiting

What should you do if you receive a suspicious email asking for your password?

• Reply and ask for more details.

• Click on the link to check if it’s real.

• Ignore it and delete it.

• Verify the sender’s identity through a different method (e.g., calling IT support).

You receive a call from someone claiming to be your bank, asking for your account details to “fix a security issue.” What should you do?