Chris Pritchard - The Basics of Social Engineering - DEF CON 27 Social Engineering Village

Ever wanted to get into Social Engineering (SE), but thought you needed to know body language, facial expressions, be charming, and outgoing to succeed? This is a common misconception and you don’t need to know or be those things to make a start in SE. I think most SE talks focus on the more technical “human” aspects and I’m purposefully ignoring that side.
I’m going to focus on the basics; how to perform reconnaissance, how to match dress styles, how to make up a pretext that fits your knowledge, how to get real staff to help you, what to do if you do get in, why you should interact with staff, and why you should practice being observant. These are important tools to learn and use, which can help you make a start in social engineering.
Chris Pritchard: @ghostie_
Chris has worked in a range of industries, most notable of which are Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), and leading edge design and manufacturing (Dyson). Doing so has given Chris a very varied array of knowledge, from penetration testing robot vacuum cleaners, to designing and testing secure SCADA networks.
During Chris’ time at Dyson, he was involved in developing the global security team and performing internal penetration testing. Chris was also heavily involved with securing the design of Dyson’s current and future internet connected appliances, and corresponding smartphone applications.
More recently, Chris has been conducting ever more security tests and audits of ICS in the rail, air, maritime, and utilities sectors, as well as CNI work at nuclear sites. Chris’ skill set also includes Social Engineering, and has successfully gained access into CNI, Airports and Casinos, which are regarded are some of the most secure facilities in the industry.

[@TheMMWarlord]

Great talk, thanks

[@funkymonk2254]

Very Interesting talk. ThankYou.

[@jasonjase8661]

Great talk

[@SyBernot]

Was expecting at the end of 17:36 "and that's how I met my wife"

[@Inzane_404]

love the talk

[@thomasmay2102]

Nice!

[@RonsoLp]

Thanks , i didn't used this to smuggle myself into an Airport but i infiltrated quite some Cons i haden't any tickets for xD

[@jimpim6454]

NOICE

[@CN-wt2bj]

Do you think this guy knows the Queen?

[@rakshaypawar7940]

He said he doesn't so that means he definitely does acc. to his "pink elephant" theory

[@mdomingo8906]

As a brit I can confirm we all know the Queen so he is 100% lying

[@L_Train]

That's not nearly as funny of a comment as you think it is.

[@Residual-Image]

do you know where i can find some computer engineer degrees?

[@matthewmcwane9569]

Depends on what you want to do. Are you wanting to specifically go into computer engineering or just general computer science until you figure out what you really wanna do? I recommend learning a little bit of coding first (python is the easiest language). Then start to understand some networking, so basically learning how data is sent through computers. Then learn about Linux, a popular operating system for people interested in hacking/cyber security. UA-cam has information for all of this stuff. Then after you get a grasp on the basics you can search for certifications

[@chandler580]

Yeah but what company? Where can I find a job like this?

[@koibitolp4702]

You just do what he told you, walk in, find the manager and ask for a job

[@sarwarsec5897]

Why i can't Listen any sounds from the DEFCONConference videos?

[@kaziikram9312]

how to be a stalker 101
....

[@youngkappa3562]

Haha

omg this was pre-covid

[@hewystudio7832]

He literally even looks like James Bond

[@shape9381]

Shout out to all the Schizos!! 🙏

[@rhuttrho888]

God bless you

[@allidoisspreadfalseinforma7625]

Mister Chow is that you?!?