About The Book
"The Human Algorithm" is a guide to the principles of social engineering, framed as "hacking the human operating system." This book explores psychological principles, classic attack vectors like phishing and pretexting, and defensive strategies, all while maintaining the series' accessible and quirky tone.
Core Concepts
- The psychological principles of influence and persuasion.
- Classic social engineering vectors: phishing, pretexting, baiting, and more.
- Elicitation, rapport-building, and information gathering.
- Impersonation and developing credible cover stories.
- Defensive strategies for individuals and organizations.
- The "meta-game" and discovering the book's hidden analog puzzle.