Episode 5: Social Engineering – How Hackers Trick Your Brain

01/10/2025 7 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5
Episode 5: Social Engineering – How Hackers Trick Your Brain

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Hackers don’t always break into your computer—they break into you. In this episode, Jay and Grace peel back the curtain on social engineering, the art of manipulating people instead of machines. From fake tech support calls to urgent “your account will be blocked” emails, discover how cybercriminals weaponize trust, fear, and urgency to get what they want. Learn the tricks, hear the stories, and walk away with the tools to protect your most powerful defense your mind.What You’ll Learn:🧠 The psychology behind social engineering📞 Common scams like fake calls, phishing, and baiting🎭 Real-world stories of mind-hacking in action🚨 How to spot red flags before it’s too late🔐 Practical tips to protect yourself from manipulationListen if you’ve ever experienced:📧 A “reset your password now” email📦 A fake delivery notification📲 A suspicious call asking for OTPs or personal details