Chapter 8: Human Element Security Flashcards

1
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an area in which we can easily enforce a technical control

A

Password

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2
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a technique that relies on the willingness of people to help others

A

social engineering

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3
Q

often assume the guise of a manager, customer, reporter, or even a co-worker’s family member

A

pretexting

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4
Q

following someone through an access control point

A

tailgating

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