What is social engineering? What are the most common and most current tactics? And how can your organization prevent these scams? A guide on how to stop social engineering.

You've got all the bells and whistles when it comes to network firewalls and your building's security has a state-of-the-art access system. You've invested in the technology. But what about the staff?

Social engineers, or criminals who take advantage of human behavior to pull of a scam, aren't worried about a badge system. They will just walk right in and confidently ask someone to help them get inside. And that firewall? It won't mean much if your users are tricked into clicking on a malicious link they think came from a Facebook friend.

In this guide, we outline the common tactics social engineers often use, and give you tips on how to ensure your staff is on guard.

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