### Comment:
What are some common social engineering techniques used to trick users into downloading malware?

### REPLY:
Common social engineering techniques used to trick users into downloading malware include posing as a trusted entity via email or phone calls, creating fake websites that mimic legitimate ones, and using persuasive language or urgent requests to manipulate users into clicking on malicious links or downloading infected files. By exploiting human vulnerabilities, attackers can gain unauthorized access to systems and install malware without the user's knowledge.