Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - The Internet And Its Uses (Section 11 - No. 7)
What is 'social engineering' in the context of cyber security?
The creation of a strong password.
Exploiting technical vulnerabilities in software.
Manipulating people to reveal sensitive information.
Using a firewall to block unwanted access.
Explanation
Social engineering uses deception to trick individuals into divulging information or performing actions that compromise security.