| Summary: | Embark on a journey through the intricacies of social engineering, starting with a foundational welcome and an overview of the course benefits. You will then delve into the essential terminology and historical context, gaining insight into how social engineering has evolved and its relevance in the modern digital landscape. Detailed explorations of various attack vectors, including email and phone phishing, baiting, and tailgating, will equip you with the knowledge to recognize and thwart these tactics. The methodology section will guide you through the stages of a social engineering attack, from preparation and planning to execution, offering a comprehensive understanding of the kill chain. In-depth sessions on information gathering will highlight both technical and non-technical approaches, with practical demonstrations using tools like Maltego and Metagoofil to enhance your data collection skills. The course also addresses the psychological aspects of social engineering, focusing on influencing techniques, elicitation, and the subtle art of non-verbal communication through micro-expressions and body language. By the end of this course, you will have a robust framework for identifying and countering social engineering attacks, making you a formidable defender against psychological manipulation in the cyber realm
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