The Art of Deception

A compelling exploration of social engineering and the human element in security breaches. Kevin Mitnick, once the FBI’s most wanted hacker, reveals how attackers exploit human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities. Through real-world case studies and scenarios, the book demonstrates how easily people can be manipulated into divulging sensitive information.

The book covers various social engineering tactics including pretexting, phishing, and manipulation techniques that hackers use to gain unauthorized access to systems and data. Mitnick provides insights from both the attacker’s and defender’s perspective, making it essential reading for anyone interested in cybersecurity.

Each chapter presents different scenarios showing how social engineering attacks unfold, followed by analysis and recommendations for prevention. The book emphasizes that technology alone cannot protect against determined attackers who understand human nature.