Network SecurityPregunta 73 de 100
Which social engineering attack uses fraudulent emails that appear legitimate to trick users into revealing credentials?
a.Phishing
b.Tailgating
c.Shoulder surfing
d.Dumpster diving
Explicación
Phishing uses deceptive emails impersonating trusted entities to lure users into disclosing credentials or clicking malicious links. Targeted variants include spear phishing and whaling. User awareness training is a primary defense.
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