Social Engineering: Training the Human Firewall Against Phishing Attacks

Explore a 28-minute conference talk from BSidesLV that delves into the psychological aspects of phishing attacks and how to effectively train users against social engineering threats. Examine research findings from three distinct phishing campaigns, each targeting different threat vectors. Gain insights into the underlying reasons why users fall for phishing attempts and learn how to leverage this knowledge to enhance risk assessment, improve security education programs, and better understand user behavior within your organization. Presented by Reanna Schultz, this talk offers valuable strategies for strengthening your human firewall and mitigating the risks associated with one of the world's leading cyber attack methods.