Listen "Guarding Against Deception: The Art of Detecting and Defending Against Social Engineering"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Security Repo, your hosts Mackenzie Jackson and Dwyane McDaniel are joined by the brilliant Reanna Schultz, a seasoned expert in the field of cybersecurity. Together, they delve deep into the world of social engineering, exploring what it is, how to detect it, and crucially, how to arm your staff against its deceptive tactics.
Social engineering is a crafty, manipulative art used by cybercriminals to exploit human psychology. Our trio dissects the various techniques employed by malicious actors, shedding light on the ever-evolving landscape of digital deception. Learn how to recognize the red flags and protect your organization from falling victim to these cunning ploys.
But that's not all; in this episode, we also peer into the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Discover how AI is shaping the cyber landscape and making it harder to detect social engineering activities.
Join us for an enlightening conversation that's essential for anyone navigating the complex world of cybersecurity. Tune in to "Unmasking the Shadows: Social Engineering, AI, and Cybersecurity" and fortify your defenses against the lurking dangers of the digital realm.
Show Links:
Follow Renna on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reanna-schultz/
GitHub Phising Simulation - https://github.com/reannaschultz/PhishingSimulation/wiki
Social engineering is a crafty, manipulative art used by cybercriminals to exploit human psychology. Our trio dissects the various techniques employed by malicious actors, shedding light on the ever-evolving landscape of digital deception. Learn how to recognize the red flags and protect your organization from falling victim to these cunning ploys.
But that's not all; in this episode, we also peer into the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Discover how AI is shaping the cyber landscape and making it harder to detect social engineering activities.
Join us for an enlightening conversation that's essential for anyone navigating the complex world of cybersecurity. Tune in to "Unmasking the Shadows: Social Engineering, AI, and Cybersecurity" and fortify your defenses against the lurking dangers of the digital realm.
Show Links:
Follow Renna on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/reanna-schultz/
GitHub Phising Simulation - https://github.com/reannaschultz/PhishingSimulation/wiki
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