The Trust Fall: When Hackers Play Make-Believe
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A hacker disguised as IT support convinces an employee to hand over the keys to the kingdom. Learn why your trust is their favorite weapon!
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Guard Against Social Engineering
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Never share passwords or sensitive info via phone, email, or chat—even if they claim to be IT
2
Verify requests independently using official contact numbers from your company directory
3
Watch for urgency tactics and emotional manipulation—hackers create panic to bypass your judgment
4
When in doubt, hang up and call the person back through official channels
