Understanding Phishing
Learn how phishing tricks people by impersonating trusted senders.
Phishing is a type of cyberattack where criminals pretend to be a trusted entity (like a bank or company) to trick you into giving away personal information. They often use fake emails, websites, or text messages.
Key Takeaways
- Phishing relies on deception and urgency.
- Attackers imitate brands, coworkers, banks, and delivery services.
- The goal is usually credentials, payment, or malware installation.
Practice Exercise
Open a suspicious message safely and identify the sender, link, and requested action.