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The Human Buffer Overflow aka Amygdala Hijacking

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Explore the concept of "human buffer overflow" and amygdala hijacking in this 51-minute conference talk from DerbyCon 4. Delve into the intricacies of social engineering and its connection to cognitive processes. Discover how the amygdala, a key part of the brain, can be manipulated in social engineering scenarios. Learn about the parallels between computer buffer overflows and overwhelming human emotional responses. Gain insights into practical applications of this knowledge for social engineers, including techniques for defining and exploiting emotions. Examine real-world examples to better understand these concepts and their potential impact on human behavior and decision-making.

Syllabus

Intro
What is Social Engineering?
What is a buffer overflow?
Can a brain really be overflowed?
We have to understand a few things
Enter the amygdala
More facts about the amygdala
Brain Buffer Overflow
How do you use it as a social engineer?
Define the emotion
Need some examples?

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