semantic cyberattack
computer science and Internet
Also known as: social engineering
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- In cyberwar: Attacks in cyberspace
Finally, semantic cyberattacks, also known as social engineering, manipulate human users’ perceptions and interpretations of computer-generated data in order to obtain valuable information (such as passwords, financial details, and classified government information) from the users through fraudulent means. Social-engineering techniques include phishing—in which attackers send seemingly…
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