Hacker Psychology: Understanding the 4 Emotions of Social Engineering
| Title | Hacker Psychology: Understanding the 4 Emotions of Social Engineering |
| Publication Type | Magazine Article |
| Year of Publication | 2016 |
| Authors | Austin Whipple |
| Magazine | Better Cloud |
| Edition | Monitor |
| Date Published | May 31, 2016 |
| Keywords | Cognitive Security, Cognitive Security in Cyber, hacker psychology, hackers |
| Abstract | The underlying psychological elements of social engineering attacks must be further explored by security researchers to help develop better strategies for protecting end user from such attacks. Hackers often try to evoke emotions or behavioral behaviors such as fear, obedience, greed, and helpfulness, in the launch of social engineering attacks. |
| URL | https://www.bettercloud.com/monitor/hacker-psychology-social-engineering/ |
| Citation Key | node-62656 |