A Comprehensive Analysis of Social Engineering Attacks: From Phishing to Prevention - Tools, Techniques and Strategies

As the digitalization has accelerated, Social Engineering Attacks have emerged as a prevalent threat in contemporary cybersecurity landscapes. This paper provides a comprehensive exploration of Social Engineering Attacks, encompassing their phases, types, and associated tools for simulation and defense across Windows and Linux platforms. Furthermore, it analyzes the role of Artificial Intelligence in both detecting and combating Social Engineering Attacks, highlighting its applications and implications. Additionally, the paper addresses design and implementation challenges inherent in combating such attacks and discusses crucial precautions that users must undertake to safeguard themselves against these evolving threats.