Phishing is a deceptive cyberattack aimed at stealing sensitive information like passwords, credit card details, or personal data. Attackers often impersonate trusted entities to trick users into revealing confidential data.
📌 What is Phishing?
Phishing typically involves:
- Fake emails pretending to be from banks or services (e.g., Phishing_Email)
- Malicious websites mimicking legitimate ones (e.g., Phishing_Website)
- Social engineering to exploit human trust (e.g., Social_Engineering)
🧩 Common Phishing Techniques
- Spear Phishing: Targeted attacks on specific individuals or organizations
- Smishing: Phishing via SMS messages
- Vishing: Voice phishing over phone calls
- Clone Phishing: Replicating legitimate emails with malicious links
🔒 How to Protect Yourself
- Verify sender details before clicking links ⚠️
- Avoid sharing personal data over unsecured channels
- Enable two-factor authentication (e.g., Two_Factor_Authentication)
- Report suspicious activity to your organization’s IT department
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