WICCON 2026

WICCON 2026

Dorota Kozlowska

Meet Dorota Kozlowska, known as 'Woman in Red,' a renowned penetration tester, social engineering and physical audit specialist. What she brings to the table is a unique blend of technical penetration testing skills, social engineering, hands-on physical security experience, and evolving Red Teaming capabilities. As a sought-after international keynote speaker on Offensive Security related topics, she has captivated audiences at the most prominent events, and biggest stages.
Her passion for sharing knowledge and expertise has been recognized with CEFCYS Cyber Woman of Hope 2023 award, and her appearance on the '40 Under 40 in Cybersecurity 2023' list by Top Cyber News Magazine.
In addition to her speaking engagements, she also hosts popular Podcasts "Ethical Hacking, Guests, and Wholesomeness," and “Inspiring Ladies of Cyber” where she delves into the world of cybersecurity with guests from the industry.


Session

10-29
10:30
120min
Social engineering techniques of hacking a human being
Dorota Kozlowska

Presentation of Social engineering theory, and techniques, going in-depth to learn about elicitation and building rapport with your potential victim. As we navigate the complex world of cybersecurity, it's essential to understand the tactics employed by social engineers. These attackers use psychological manipulation to influence individuals into divulging sensitive information or performing certain actions that compromise security. In this presentation, we'll delve into the world of social engineering, exploring its definition, techniques, and strategies for building rapport with potential victims.
Examples of real-life attacks, and final thoughts on who could be a social engineer and how to defend yourself against one.

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