Pretexting is a form of social engineering where an attacker develops a false identity or scenario to manipulate a target individual into providing sensitive information or access to resources. The attacker usually prepares a story that seems believable to the target in order to successfully extract the desired information.
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What are some common examples of pretexting?
How can individuals protect themselves against pretexting?