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Which of the following best describes phishing?
Which of the following best describes phishing?
- A type of cybercrime that involves hacking into computer systems
- A form of social engineering where attackers deceive people into revealing sensitive information or installing malware (correct)
- A technique used to prevent or reduce the impact of cyber attacks
- A method of encrypting data to protect it from unauthorized access
What is the main objective of phishing attacks?
What is the main objective of phishing attacks?
- To mirror the site being targeted
- To deceive people into revealing sensitive information (correct)
- To install malware such as ransomware
- To observe everything while the victim is navigating the site
When was the term 'phishing' first recorded?
When was the term 'phishing' first recorded?
- 1995 (correct)
- 2010
- 1980
- 2000
What measures can be taken to prevent or reduce the impact of phishing attacks?
What measures can be taken to prevent or reduce the impact of phishing attacks?
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What is the most common type of cybercrime as of 2020?
What is the most common type of cybercrime as of 2020?
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