Defensive Strategies for Social Engineering
In this chapter, we explore the importance of defensive strategies in combating social engineering threats. By recognizing red flags, conducting employee awareness campaigns, implementing countermeasures against phishing, engaging in practical exercises such as Capture the Flag (CTF), enhancing cybersecurity training, and learning from real-world case studies, organizations can establish a robust defense.
By implementing and embracing defensive strategies, organizations significantly reduce their vulnerability to social engineering threats. This involves cultivating a security-conscious culture, empowering employees to recognize red flags, deploying technical countermeasures, providing practical training opportunities, and drawing lessons from past incidents. The objective of this chapter is to offer valuable insights and guidance for developing robust defensive strategies against social engineering attacks.
In this chapter, we will...
