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Hacking and security bypass is often premised under the very idea that they come in mostly through the back door or a prohibited may be undiscovered entry. Don’t these know to use a front door? From one of my favourite movie scripts, “..a gentleman goes out the same way he came in- the front door“.
The truth is, most times, hacking or security breaching does not necessarily require a wall of computer screens and keyboard floors in a basement, as depicted in the movies of a typical introverted programmer`s lair when seemingly complex problems have the simplest solutions like inspecting your entry point- the front door.
Why should I use the window when you left your front door open and unguarded? Since your suspicions should be aroused, do not forget to think naturally.
Tailgating is a social engineering attack where an unauthorized person gains access to a restricted area led by a clueless authorized individual. Tailgating is also referred to as PIGGYBACKING. The most usual practice is where the trespasser rushes in after the authorized person to avoid the door jamming against him, although this is not usually the only objective.
Tailgating is a physical activity that exploits human factors- skill and cleverness.
There are forms to piggybacking, and it is necessary knowledge of all possible forms are brought to you as a precautionary measure because such knowledge would be your power.
Common forms and Practices of Tailgating
It is now obvious that the least security measure, watching the door shut behind you, should not be taken for granted.
Below are some ways to prevent a tailgating attack.
In addressing this and prevention, we must think as the malefactor, run his mental game, a penetration test where tech solutions are needed. This exposes potential threats behind back doors and even unlocked front doors you would have dismissed quickly as nothing.
To prevent tailgating attacks, the following points may come handy for organizations:
Remember, Tailgating does not only cause physical damage but also poses a threat to your organisation’s non-physical aspects of your organization; like the company`s financial data and development plans. Tailgating is simply baiting in social engineering, and it could work effectively with phishing as a cybercrime.
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