Episode 82 — Recognizing Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks

Social engineering and phishing are among the most common threats you’ll need to identify for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) certification exam. In this episode, we’ll explain how attackers manipulate human behavior to gain unauthorized access, from deceptive emails to fraudulent phone calls and fake websites. We’ll cover real-world examples and the warning signs that indicate a possible attack.

We’ll also discuss preventative measures such as user awareness training, multi-factor authentication, and verification protocols. By learning to recognize these attacks, you’ll be better equipped to answer scenario-based exam questions and protect against one of the most prevalent threats in IT. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com.