Year: 2026
Type: dissertation
Abstract: This paper examines social engineering as one of the most effective tools used in modern cyberattacks. The study analyzes how attackers exploit human psychology, trust, fear, urgency, curiosity, and lack of awareness to gain unauthorized access to information systems. Special attention is given to phishing, vishing, smishing, social media attacks, and business email compromise. The paper emphasizes that even advanced technical security tools may become ineffective if users do not have a sufficient level of cybersecurity awareness. In addition, the study considers key countermeasures against social engineering, including employee training, multi-factor authentication, request verification policies, phishing simulations, and the development of a strong cybersecurity culture within organizations.
Authors: Гурін, О. М., Чопляк, В. В., Hurin, O. M.
Institution: Vinnytsia National Technical University
Language: English
Topic: Spam and Phishing Detection
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7208803532