Exam SY0-601 topic 1 question 602 discussion

*On Exam, Taken On July 31, 2023*

B. Social engineering

In this case, both options, phishing and social engineering, could be considered correct answers. Phishing is a type of social engineering attack that involves impersonating a trustworthy entity to solicit personal information from the victim Therefore, the act of an attacker tricking a user into providing confidential information is an example of a phishing attack, which is a type of social engineering attack. However, if the question specifically asks for the broader term that refers to the use of psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information, then social engineering would be the correct answer.

I guess if the question does not specify the means that was used to trick user.. we have to make a guess whether it is cyber or non cyber means.. If non cyber B. if cyber A.

Social engineering is a technique used by attackers to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information, such as passwords, usernames, financial data, or other sensitive information. It typically involves psychological manipulation and deception to exploit human vulnerabilities and bypass security measures.