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But why do they hate you?

The J. Burden Show • 2556 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ideology Social Engineering Egalitarianism
  1. One reason why the ruling class resents certain groups is because social engineering didn't work on them - they continued to live the way they always have despite efforts to change them.
  2. The elites want to erase cultural differences and make everyone conform to their ideology, viewing any deviation from their beliefs as a problem that needs to be fixed.
  3. The left's animating principle is egalitarianism, believing that all people are the same - when reality doesn't align with this belief, they blame others rather than questioning their ideology.

Fracturing Identity at the Altar of Transhumanism

DARK FUTURA • 1434 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Identity politics AI Revolution Media influence Social Engineering
  1. Key events in 2008, like the financial crash and Obama's election, led to societal shifts.
  2. Identity politics, especially around race and gender, were manipulated by elites to distract from financial industry malfeasance.
  3. The push for transhumanism is a top-down agenda to erode traditional human concepts and control society through AI.

The Psychology of Phishing

Rod’s Blog • 79 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Social Engineering
  1. Phishing attacks work by exploiting human psychology, using tactics like fear, urgency, and authority to manipulate targets into taking actions that compromise their security.
  2. Attackers make phishing emails appear legitimate by mimicking trusted brands and official language, leveraging social cues to deceive individuals into trusting them.
  3. To protect against phishing, individuals should cultivate skepticism, verify requests for sensitive information, and educate themselves and others about recognizing phishing attempts.

Microsoft Sentinel SOC 101: How to Detect and Mitigate Social Engineering Attacks with Microsoft Sentinel

Rod’s Blog • 39 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Microsoft Sentinel Social Engineering Threat Detection
  1. Social engineering attacks can have devastating consequences on organizations, leading to financial loss, reputational harm, and legal issues.
  2. Microsoft Sentinel employs machine learning, behavioral analysis, and threat intelligence to effectively detect and mitigate social engineering attacks.
  3. To defend against social engineering, organizations should implement a comprehensive defense strategy utilizing technical controls, user awareness training, and incident response procedures.
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Welcome to Mixed Reality: A Fake Place Where Fake People Are Trapped Forever

The Corbett Report • 18 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Virtual reality Social Engineering Augmented reality
  1. Be wary of new technologies like mixed-reality headsets, as they may have dissociative effects on users and blur the line between digital and real worlds.
  2. Pay attention to how media narratives can shape public perception of technology, even portraying initial setbacks as temporary issues before wider adoption.
  3. Consider the long-term implications of immersing oneself in digital worlds created by tech giants, and reflect on the potential loss of humanity by engaging in these fake realities.

Must Learn AI Security Part 17: Social Engineering Attacks Against AI

Rod’s Blog • 99 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🕹 Technology AI Security Social Engineering Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Data Protection
  1. Social engineering attacks against AI involve manipulating AI systems using deception and psychological tactics to gain unauthorized access to data.
  2. Strategies to mitigate social engineering attacks include developing AI systems with security in mind, monitoring system performance, and educating users about potential risks.
  3. Monitoring aspects like AI system performance, input data, user behavior, and communication channels can help detect and respond to social engineering attacks against AI.

Breaking into Red Teaming: Phase 2

Locks and Leaks • 1 HN point • 27 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Social Engineering
  1. Become proficient at lockpicking as a physical red teamer to develop valuable skills and connect with relevant communities.
  2. Master social engineering techniques by knowing yourself and using your personality traits to your advantage in engagements.
  3. Enhance your Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) skills, understand PACS attacks, and learn bypass techniques to excel as a physical red teamer.

Your tweets are not art

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 22 Feb 16
🕹 Technology Social Engineering Smartphones Virtual reality
  1. Confessions of a serial social engineer highlight the practice of tricking people for financial gain rather than hacking machines.
  2. Being a teenager without internet access can pose challenges, especially as more educators require online work which can put students at a disadvantage.
  3. An app aims to bridge political divides and foster friendships, with claims of success in conflict zones like Israel and Palestine.

Cyber and AI - what are the real risks?

Identity Revive • 0 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Cybersecurity Social Engineering
  1. AI may be popular, but cybersecurity basics are crucial; focus on protecting against data loss and bot attacks.
  2. Be proactive in protecting your data by paying for AI services and implementing security measures like Attack Surface Management and bot protection.
  3. Prevent BEC and social engineering attacks by using email security tools, securing collaboration platforms, and focusing on training your staff against sophisticated scams.