The Helpful Stranger at the Badge Door
Respond to a physical social-engineering attempt at a restricted office entrance.
A polite request turns the badge door into the test. The visitor seems rushed and says Facilities is expecting them. What should Marcus do? Keep control of the door and direct or escort the person to reception for verification. Right. This preserves the access-control step and converts the social pressure into a normal visitor process. Hold the door because the person has equipment and probably belongs there. Weaker. Props and confidence are common pretext cues; your badge should never authenticate someone else's access. Ask which team they are visiting, then let them in if they name a real department. Weaker.…
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