Cognitive Security and Social Engineering: A Systems-Based Approach

Explore a systems-based approach to cognitive security and social engineering in this 44-minute conference talk from BSidesLV. Delve into the unique aspects of cognitive security, including its focus on protecting cognitive systems, consideration of multiple dimensions of system interaction, and operation across various scales. Examine the concept of interconnected systems-of-systems and their implications for security. Learn about the three scales of engagement: tactical, operational, and strategic, and understand how they relate to an extended OSI Model incorporating human factors. Discover the four phases of the Cognitive Security Attack Cycle: Collection, Preparation, Execution, and Exploitation, and identify potential vulnerabilities in each phase. Gain insights from speakers Matthew Canham and Dr. Ben D. Sawyer on this critical aspect of modern security.