### Comment:
What are some common social engineering techniques used in malware attacks?

### REPLY:
One effective social engineering technique used in malware attacks is known as pretexting. This involves creating a false story or scenario to gain the trust of the victim and obtain sensitive information. For example, an attacker may pose as a bank representative and contact the victim, claiming that their account has been compromised and requesting their login credentials and other personal details. This information can then be used to gain unauthorized access to the victim's account.