Social Engineering Flashcards
1
Q
What threat is considered most dangerous to an organization?
A
Insider Threat
2
Q
What is an insider threat?
A
Someone who works for your organization with ulterior motives
3
Q
What is phishing?
A
Attempting to fraudulently obtain personal info from a user. Usually under the guise of a legitimate source and perpetuated through email or other electronic messaging.
4
Q
What is spear phishing?
A
Phishing that targets a specific individual
5
Q
What is whaling?
A
Phishing directed towards a high level executive
6
Q
What is smishing?
A
Phishing conducted over SMS text
7
Q
What is vishing?
A
Phishing over voice
