Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking

Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking

Christopher Hadnagy

Description

Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking is an insightful cybersecurity resource that explores the psychology behind social engineering attacks and the techniques used by attackers to manipulate human behavior. Rather than relying solely on technical exploits, social engineering targets trust, emotions, and decision-making to gain unauthorized access to valuable information.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the most common social engineering tactics, including phishing, spear phishing, pretexting, baiting, impersonation, tailgating, and other forms of psychological manipulation. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how attackers exploit human vulnerabilities and how individuals, businesses, and organizations can strengthen their security awareness.

Designed for cybersecurity professionals, IT administrators, business leaders, students, and anyone interested in digital security, the book combines real-world examples with practical guidance for identifying suspicious behavior, reducing security risks, and building a strong security-first mindset.

Whether you're looking to improve your cybersecurity knowledge, protect personal information, or enhance organizational security awareness, Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking offers valuable insights into one of today's most effective cyberattack methods while emphasizing ethical awareness and defensive best practices.

Language

English

Publisher

John Wiley

Year Published

2011

Categories

Business

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