Question

Define Phishing.

Hint:

"Phishing" is pronounced like "Fishing" – the attacker throws bait hoping you bite.

Answer 1

1. Phishing is a cybercrime where attackers pose as legitimate institutions (like banks) via email, telephone, or text message.
2. The goal is to trick individuals into revealing sensitive data such as personally identifiable information, banking and credit card details, and passwords.
3. It relies on social engineering rather than technical hacking.