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The New Social Engineering Playbook Starts With Reconnaissance

New research highlights evolving social engineering tactics that could impact UK organisations through increased phishing and manipulation attempts.

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What is going on

  • New research has identified a shift in social engineering strategies focusing on reconnaissance as a critical initial step.
  • The report suggests attackers are now prioritising information gathering to tailor more effective phishing and manipulation campaigns.
  • Recent findings indicate that these tactics may be particularly effective against organisations with less robust cyber awareness training.
  • The study was published alongside multiple vulnerability disclosures that could be exploited through these social engineering methods.
  • Organisations are advised to review their security protocols and employee training in response to these developments.
  • What to watch: Further analysis of how these social engineering techniques are being deployed in real-world attacks could provide clearer insights into the level of threat facing UK organisations.

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