Category Archives: vish

Is It Legit to Use Fear as Part of My Pretext?

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One question I get asked often is, “Chris, isn’t it legit to use fear as part of my pretext in a social engineering exercise? I mean, after all, the bad guys are doing it. Wouldn’t it be realistic?”  Well I can’t argu… Continue reading Is It Legit to Use Fear as Part of My Pretext?→

Are You Being Vigilant Against a Dumpster Diving Attack?

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When one thinks of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) things like Facebook, court records, and Google-fu typically come to mind.  However, a skilled reconnoiter will also utilize the contents of your trash when looking for information.  Fraudst… Continue reading Are You Being Vigilant Against a Dumpster Diving Attack?→