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What Is Social Engineering? Definition | TecnetOne Glossary

Written by Tecnet One | Oct 6, 2026, 11:30:54 PM

Social engineering is the set of techniques used to trick a person into handing over information, approving a payment or granting access. It exploits trust, urgency or authority instead of a technical flaw, and phishing is its most common form.

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