Introduction

This module will cover the principles and techniques of social engineering, which is the art of manipulating people into performing actions or divulging confidential information. Students will learn about the different types of social engineering attacks, the psychological principles behind social engineering, and the tools and techniques used to prevent and defend against social engineering attacks.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the principles and techniques of social engineering

• Identify the different types of social engineering attacks and the stages of a social engineering attack

• Analyze the psychological principles behind social engineering and their application in real-world attacks

• Develop strategies to prevent and defend against social engineering attacks

Topics Covered

1. Introduction to Social Engineering

2. Types of Social Engineering Attacks

3. Stages of a Social Engineering Attack

4. Psychological Principles behind Social Engineering

5. Tools and Techniques for Social Engineering

6. Prevention and Defense against Social Engineering Attacks

By the end of this module, students should have a solid understanding of social engineering principles and techniques, be able to identify different types of social engineering attacks, and develop strategies to prevent and defend against social engineering attacks.