5.6 Given a scenario, implement security awareness practices Flashcards
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Motivational Triggers in Social Engineering
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- Authority. People obey figures of authority
- Urgency. Time pressure forces quick action
- Social Proof. People follow others’ behavior (Facebook, reviews, etc.)
- Scarcity. Limited availability drives decisions
- Likability. Prefer to engage with liked individuals. Involves attraction, friendship, or shared interests
- Fear. The threat of harm compels compliance
