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Common Techniques Hackers Use to Penetrate Systems and How to Protect Your Organization

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Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. It uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information.”

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You never know who is after your data

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A tailgating attack in cybersecurity is a type of social engineering attack in which an unauthorized person gains access to a secure system or facility by following closely behind an authorized person. They may also be more likely to let someone into a secure area if they are impersonating a trusted individual.

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