Computer-based social engineering is a cyberattack technique that uses digital communication methods—such as emails, fake websites, malicious links, pop-up ads, or social media—to trick users into revealing confidential information or downloading malware.
Common examples include phishing, smishing, vishing, and scareware.
These attacks rely on human error and psychological manipulation rather than technical flaws, making them a major threat to online security.
Computer-based Social Engineering
1: Pop-Up windows.
2: Hoax letters.
3: Chain letters.
4: Instant chat messenger.
5: Spam Email.
6: Scareware.
