Attack Vector vs Social Engineering

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Attack Vector
intermediate
risk

An attack vector is a specific path, method, or technique that an attacker uses to gain unauthorized access to your cryptocurrency or private keys.

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Social Engineering
intermediate
risk

Social engineering is the psychological manipulation of people into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security by exploiting human psychology—trust, authority, urgency, and fear—rather than technical vulnerabilities.

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