Social Engineering

Select the information you are asked to enter on the website.

• Name and email address

• Favorite color and animal

• Home address and phone number

• Credit card details

A hacker might use the data that you have willingly given to them to:

• Steal your identity or commit fraud

• Improve your computer's performance

• Protect your privacy online

• Send you helpful security tips

Which of the following is a type of data that you might submit and could be used in a social engineering attack?

• Name

• Favourite colour

• Email address

• All of the above

What is the meaning of the term 'Social engineering'?

• Social engineering is the use of deception to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential or personal information that may be used for fraudulent purposes.

• Social engineering is the process of designing social media platforms for better user engagement.

• Social engineering is the study of human societies and their development.

• Social engineering is the practice of constructing buildings for social gatherings.

What is 'Phishing'?

• Phishing is a type of online scam where criminals send an email that appears to be from a legitimate company and ask you to provide sensitive information.

• Phishing is a method of securing your online accounts using strong passwords.

• Phishing is a process of updating your software to the latest version.

• Phishing is a way to increase your internet speed by changing network settings.

What does 'Blagging' mean in the context of social engineering?

• Blagging is the act of obtaining information by using persuasion or deception.

• Blagging is a method of encrypting sensitive data.

• Blagging is a type of computer virus.

• Blagging is a way to physically secure a network.

What is 'Shouldering' in the context of data security?

• Shouldering is the act of observing a person’s private information over their shoulder, such as PINs or passwords.

• Shouldering is a method of encrypting data using a shoulder algorithm.

• Shouldering refers to storing backup data on a physical shoulder device.

• Shouldering is a process of deleting sensitive data from a device permanently.

What is a 'Name generator attack'?

• A name generator attack is a social engineering technique where attackers use information about a person’s acquaintances to gain further information or access.

• A name generator attack is a method of generating random usernames for online accounts.

• A name generator attack is a type of brute force attack targeting password fields.

• A name generator attack is a technique used to create fake identities for phishing scams.

What is a 'Scam'?

• A scam is a dishonest scheme or fraud, often used to trick people into giving away money or personal information.

• A scam is a type of legal business transaction.

• A scam is a form of government regulation.

• A scam is a method of secure online payment.

What is social engineering?

• A technical way to keep data safe

• A set of methods used by cybercriminals to deceive individuals into handing over information for fraudulent purposes

• A way to fix computer hardware

• A method to improve internet speed