What is phishing?

Learn about phishing: a common cyber threat where attackers pose as trustworthy sources to steal personal info. Here’s how to stay safe.

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Understanding Phishing: A Digital Hazard In our digital world, where vast amounts of information flow across the internet every second, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. One of the most common threats you might encounter online is phishing. Phishing is a type of cybercrime where attackers trick individuals into providing sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by pretending to be a trustworthy entity in electronic communications. Typically carried out through email, it can also happen via phone calls or text messages. The History and Evolution of Phishing The term "phishing" is a spin on the word...
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