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- Phishing - Wikipedia
Phishing is a form of social engineering and a scam where attackers deceive people into revealing sensitive information [1] or installing malware such as viruses, worms, adware, or ransomware
- What Is Phishing?
Phishing is an attempt by cybercriminals posing as legitimate institutions, usually via email, to obtain sensitive information from targeted individuals
- How To Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams | Consumer Advice
Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment You might get an unexpected email or text message that looks like it’s from a company you know or trust, like a bank or a credit card or utility company
- Understanding and Preventing Phishing Attacks - United States . . .
Phishing is a type of cyber-attack where cybercriminals attack you through social engineering, which involves deceptive communications designed to gain trust or elicit fear These deceptive attacks can happen through e-mail, text message, or even voice calls
- What Is Phishing? | Microsoft Security
Phishing is a type of cyberattack designed to deceive people into revealing sensitive information Learn how to prevent phishing from harming your organization
- Phishing Attack Prevention: How to Identify Avoid Phishing Scams
But if you understand how phishing works and how to protect yourself, you can help stop this crime How phishing works; How to protect yourself; What to do if you fall victim; Tips to Fight Identity Theft; NR 2004-77: Federal Bank, Thrift and Credit Union Regulatory Agencies Provide Brochure with Information on Internet "Phishing"
- What is phishing? How to spot and avoid it - Norton™
Billions of phishing links are shared each year—and when people engage with them, it can start a process that can end with malware infections, stolen funds, or even identity theft Learn what phishing is, how to identify an attack, and what to do if you click a suspicious link
- Spoofing and Phishing — FBI
Spoofing and phishing are schemes aimed at tricking you into providing sensitive information—like your password or bank PIN—to scammers
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