What is Phishing?

Phishing

Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where attackers pose as legitimate entities (such as banks, social media platforms, or trusted contacts) to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal data.

Phishing attempts often come in the form of emails or messages that contain malicious links or attachments, designed to steal credentials or deliver malware. Variants of phishing include spear-phishing (targeted at specific individuals) and whaling (targeting high-profile individuals like executives).

Educating users and implementing email security measures are critical in preventing phishing attacks.