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Social Engineering Tactics

Detailed breakdowns of social engineering tactics such as pretexting, baiting, tailgating, and quid pro quo schemes. These articles explain how attackers exploit trust and authority to bypass technical controls and offer countermeasures for security teams.

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Social Engineering Examples

Social Engineering Examples That Fool Even Experts

The Phone Call That Cost MGM Resorts $100 Million In September 2023, a threat actor called MGM Resorts' IT help desk, impersonated an employee they found on LinkedIn, and convinced the technician to reset credentials. That single phone call triggered a ransomware attack that disrupted operations across Las Vegas

Carl B. Johnson Apr 04, 2026 5 min read