Social Engineering in IT Security: Tools, Tactics, and Techniques
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Cutting-edge social engineering testing techniques"Provides all of the core areas and nearly everything [you] need to know about the fundamentals of the topic."—SlashdotConduct ethical social engineering tests to identify an organization's susceptibility to attack. Written by a global expert on the topic, Social Engineering in IT Security discusses the roots and rise of social engineering and presents a proven methodology for planning a test, performing reconnaissance, developing scenarios, implementing the test, and accurately reporting the results. Specific measures you can take to defend against weaknesses a social engineer may exploit are discussed in detail. This practical guide also addresses the impact of new and emerging technologies on future trends in social engineering.
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Cutting-edge social engineering testing techniques"Provides all of the core areas and nearly everything [you] need to know about the fundamentals of the topic."—SlashdotConduct ethical social engineering tests to identify an organization's susceptibility to attack. Written by a global expert on the topic, Social Engineering in IT Security discusses the roots and rise of social engineering and presents a proven methodology for planning a test, performing reconnaissance, developing scenarios, implementing the test, and accurately reporting the results. Specific measures you can take to defend against weaknesses a social engineer may exploit are discussed in detail. This practical guide also addresses the impact of new and emerging technologies on future trends in social engineering.
- Explore the evolution of social engineering, from the classic con artist to the modern social engineer
- Understand the legal and ethical aspects of performing a social engineering test
- Find out why social engineering works from a victim's point of view
- Plan a social engineering test—perform a threat assessment, scope the test, set goals, implement project planning, and define the rules of engagement
- Gather information through research and reconnaissance
- Create a credible social engineering scenario
- Execute both on-site and remote social engineering tests
- Write an effective social engineering report
- Learn about various tools, including software, hardware, and on-site tools
- Defend your organization against social engineering attacks
Social Engineering in IT Security: Tools, Tactics, and Techniques
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.
Cutting-edge social engineering testing techniques"Provides all of the core areas and nearly everything [you] need to know about the fundamentals of the topic."—SlashdotConduct ethical social engineering tests to identify an organization's susceptibility to attack. Written by a global expert on the topic, Social Engineering in IT Security discusses the roots and rise of social engineering and presents a proven methodology for planning a test, performing reconnaissance, developing scenarios, implementing the test, and accurately reporting the results. Specific measures you can take to defend against weaknesses a social engineer may exploit are discussed in detail. This practical guide also addresses the impact of new and emerging technologies on future trends in social engineering.
Cutting-edge social engineering testing techniques"Provides all of the core areas and nearly everything [you] need to know about the fundamentals of the topic."—SlashdotConduct ethical social engineering tests to identify an organization's susceptibility to attack. Written by a global expert on the topic, Social Engineering in IT Security discusses the roots and rise of social engineering and presents a proven methodology for planning a test, performing reconnaissance, developing scenarios, implementing the test, and accurately reporting the results. Specific measures you can take to defend against weaknesses a social engineer may exploit are discussed in detail. This practical guide also addresses the impact of new and emerging technologies on future trends in social engineering.
- Explore the evolution of social engineering, from the classic con artist to the modern social engineer
- Understand the legal and ethical aspects of performing a social engineering test
- Find out why social engineering works from a victim's point of view
- Plan a social engineering test—perform a threat assessment, scope the test, set goals, implement project planning, and define the rules of engagement
- Gather information through research and reconnaissance
- Create a credible social engineering scenario
- Execute both on-site and remote social engineering tests
- Write an effective social engineering report
- Learn about various tools, including software, hardware, and on-site tools
- Defend your organization against social engineering attacks
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780071818469 |
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| Publisher: | McGraw Hill LLC |
| Publication date: | 08/08/2014 |
| Edition description: | Net |
| Pages: | 272 |
| Product dimensions: | 7.30(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.60(d) |
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