Manipulation Glossary

Browse 3 manipulation terms defined in plain English, from the cultural dictionary of computing.

3 Manipulation Terms

Data Tampering
The unauthorized modification of data in transit, at rest, or during processing so that systems or people receive false information. It can support fraud,...
FUD
Short for fear, uncertainty, and doubt, referring to messaging designed to scare people away from a competitor or choice by emphasizing risk and confusion. In...
Social Engineering
The art of manipulating people into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise security, exploiting human psychology rather than...

Related Topics