CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) - Social Engineering

The video tutorial discusses various social engineering tactics, including phishing, tailgating, shoulder surfing, and dumpster diving. It emphasizes the importance of being vigilant and protecting personal and company information. The tutorial also explains the differences between phishing and spear phishing, highlighting the need for awareness and security measures to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.

What is the main tactic used in the phone scam scenario described in the video?

• Threatening

• Impersonation

• Offering rewards

• Bribery

What is a common misconception about the greatest threat to network security?

• It is physical theft of devices.

• It is internal employees.

• It is outdated software.

• It is always external hackers.

What is a recommended action to prevent tailgating?

• Install surveillance cameras.

• Ensure no one follows you through a locked door.

• Use a security badge.

• Always carry a spare key.

What is shoulder surfing?

• Watching someone type their password over their shoulder.

• Reading over someone's shoulder in a library.

• Surfing the internet without a secure connection.

• Using someone else's computer without permission.

What is a screen filter used for?

• To prevent others from viewing your screen from an angle.

• To enhance screen brightness.

• To block harmful websites.

• To reduce screen glare.

How does spear phishing differ from regular phishing?

• It targets a specific individual.

• It uses physical mail instead of email.

• It involves hacking into systems.

• It is a form of social media scam.

What is a common method used in phishing attacks?

• Hacking into secure servers.

• Sending fake emails to a large group.

• Physically stealing devices.

• Using malware to steal data.