Navigating Cyber Threats: Social Engineering and Ransomware

This chapter explores the growing dangers of social engineering and ransomware, featuring personal anecdotes that illustrate how scammers exploit individuals through deceptive communications. It emphasizes the tactics of phishing, smishing, and urgency used by cybercriminals, as well as the dire consequences of falling victim to these schemes. The discussion offers practical advice for recognizing threats and verifying communications to protect sensitive information.