Social Engineering
Human-layer attacks as mechanisms to refuse — carry Topic 5, no phishing kits.
1
Why Humans Are the Channel
ReadingTrust, urgency, authority — same as phishing, now in a pentest-ethics frame.
15 min
+40 XP
2
Pretext, Phish, and Physical Tailgating
ReadingRecognize scripts. Do not run them against classmates.
15 min
+40 XP
3
Countermeasures: Verify Out of Band
ReadingCallback rules, badges, MFA, reporting.
15 min
+40 XP
4
Lab — Family Callback Rule
ReadingWrite a verification habit; no sending test phish to anyone.
25 min
+40 XP
5
Quiz — Social Engineering
Practice Quiz10 APPLY questions on refusal and RoE.
10 min
+40 XP