Fraudology is presented by Spec. Check out their no-code platform you can implement to start fighting fraud today!Every executive in the corporate world is asking themselves how they can avoid their company from becoming the subject of headlines like MGM has been recently. And, as more information becomes available about the cause of the chaos, it becomes clear that this type of attack can happen to any type of company, despite how much is invested in secure infrastructure & systems. To help Fraudology listeners learn from this now infamous attack, host Karisse Hendrick invited renowned corporate spy Robert Kerbeck to delve into the world of social engineering, how easy it is to steal information and/or access from the world's largest organizations, and its devastating impact on organizations. From the tactics used by "rusers" (social engineers) to manipulate employees over the phone to who the best "targets" are & what they will research ahead of time, to the exponential threat of ransomware attacks when combined with social engineering. Kerbeck shares his invaluable experience & insights to provide Fraudology listeners with practical tips to safeguard sensitive information and to be aware of unusual requests, as he reiterates the urgent need for improved training and verification processes.Consider sharing this episode internally with leaders in customer service, InfoSec, and Senior Leadership & ask for a follow-up meeting to discuss what you can do to prepare employees for social engineering attempts. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation that uncovers the dangerous reality of cybercrime and its potential consequences for businesses of all sizes.The best way to prepare your employees for social engineering attempts is to hire an engaging public speaker/corporate trainer to share memorable tips disguised as entertaining stories. Robert is one of the best! To connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-kerbeck-12aa7a11/To purchase his book, learn more about his previous career, watch the trailer for his upcoming TV series, or to inquire about his corporate training program, go to www.RobertKerbeck.com Fraudology is hosted by Karisse Hendrick, a fraud fighter with decades of experience advising hundreds of the biggest ecommerce companies in the world on fraud, chargebacks, and other forms of abuse impacting a company's bottom line. Connect with her on LinkedIn She brings her experience, expertise, and extensive network of experts to this podcast semi weekly, on Tuesdays and Thursdays.