| Description |
xix, 382 pages : illustrations, map. ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
A look into the world of social engineering -- Information gathering -- Elicitation -- Pretexting: how to become anyone -- Mind tricks: psychological principles used in social engineering -- Influence: the power of persuasion -- The tools of the social engineer -- Case studies: dissecting the social engineer -- Prevention and mitigation |
| Summary |
Examines what social engineering is, the methods used by hackers to gather information, and ways to prevent social engineering threats |
| Notes |
Includes index |
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Formerly CIP. Uk |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
Hackers.
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Social engineering.
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Computer security.
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Human-computer interaction.
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| LC no. |
2010937817 |
| ISBN |
0470639539 paperback |
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9780470639535 paperback |
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