RE: Pen-Test and Social Engineering

["Terry Vernon" <tvernon24 () comcast net>]

Well, it wouldn't be part of a network specific penetration test if whoever
wants it to be wire only. On the whole however it is a method used by
hackers every day and therefore should be tested against regularly also.

So unless otherwise discussed, yes.

-Terry

-----Original Message-----
From: burzella () inwind it [mailto:burzella () inwind it] 
Sent: Friday, February 03, 2006 8:03 AM
To: pen-test () securityfocus com
Subject: Pen-Test and Social Engineering

Hi
In yuor opinion, can a Social Engineering test be considered part of a
Pen-Test?

Thanks

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