Phishing refers to a type of cyber attack in which attackers attempt to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, or other personal details. This is typically achieved by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in electronic communications, such as emails, instant messages, or websites.
Common Types of Phishing Attacks:
Email Phishing: Fraudulent emails that appear to be from legitimate sources.
Spear Phishing: Targeted phishing attacks aimed at specific individuals or organizations.
Whaling: Phishing attacks targeting high-profile individuals such as executives.
Smishing: Phishing via SMS (text messages).
Vishing: Phishing via voice calls.
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