IT SecurityQuestion 66 of 100
What is 'phishing'?
a.A method of encrypting emails
b.A fraudulent attempt to trick people into revealing sensitive information
c.A type of firewall
d.A backup technique
Explanation
Phishing is a social engineering attack where criminals impersonate a trustworthy source, often via email, to trick victims into revealing passwords, financial details, or other sensitive data. Warning signs include urgent language, suspicious links, and mismatched sender addresses. User awareness is a key defense.
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