Phishing Attacks

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What is phishing?

A type of fishing technique
A type of computer software
A method of data analysis
A form of social engineering where attackers deceive people into revealing sensitive information (correct)

What is the purpose of a phishing attack?

To provide technical support
To enhance computer performance
To reveal sensitive information or install malware (correct)
To repair computer systems

When was the term 'phishing' first recorded?

2005
2015
1995 (correct)
1985

What is the most common type of cybercrime as of 2020?

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What measures can be taken to prevent or reduce the impact of phishing attacks?

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What is phishing?

A form of social engineering where attackers deceive people into revealing sensitive information.

Purpose of phishing?

To steal sensitive information or install malware on a user's system.

Common form of cybercrime

Phishing is the most common type of cybercrime

Phishing Prevention

Legislation, user education, public awareness, and technical security measures.

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First recorded 'phishing'?

The term 'phishing' was first recorded in 1995

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Study Notes

What is phishing? What is the purpose of a phishing attack? When was the term 'phishing' first recorded? What is the most common type of cybercrime as of 2020? What measures can be taken to prevent or reduce the impact of phishing attacks?