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Many computer security problems involve exploitation of employees by social engineers. Here's a look at some of the most widely used tactics and techniques aimed at manipulating people to gain access to your network.

Just as talented hackers can use their programming skills to exploit applications, operating systems, and protocols to get inside your company's network, talented social engineers can breach your network by using their people skills and powers of observation to exploit your company's employees, partners, and others who have legitimate network access. Social engineers are adept at psychologically manipulating people into giving them access or the information necessary to get access using a variety of schemes.

IT pro Deb Shinder put together a list of tricks typically used by these intruders, along with some suggestions for how to thwart some of them. Common ploys include:

  • Impersonating IT staff
  • Playing on users' sympathy
  • Using intimidation tactics
  • Shoulder surfing
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