The Human Firewall: When Phone Calls Crack Security
A cautionary tale about social engineering showing how hackers bypass technical security through human manipulation. Trust, but always verify.
Security Tips
Never provide credentials over phone calls, even if the caller claims to be from IT. Always verify requests through official channels and established procedures. Remember that legitimate IT staff will never ask for your password.
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