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What is the main goal of phishing?
What is the main goal of phishing?
- To acquire sensitive information by impersonating trusted entities (correct)
- To exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems
- To gain unauthorized access by changing IP addresses
- To disrupt a system or network with excessive traffic
How is spoofing best described?
How is spoofing best described?
- Pretending to be someone else online to steal information
- Disrupting a system or network with excessive traffic
- Unauthorized intrusion into computer systems or networks
- Forging information or disguising oneself to deceive (correct)
What characterizes hacking?
What characterizes hacking?
- Acquiring sensitive information by impersonating trusted entities
- Unauthorized intrusion into computer systems or networks to exploit vulnerabilities (correct)
- Pretending to be someone else online to steal information
- Disrupting a system or network with excessive traffic
What is the primary impact of DoS attacks?
What is the primary impact of DoS attacks?
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How does phishing differ from hacking?
How does phishing differ from hacking?
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Study Notes
Phishing and Hacking
- The main goal of phishing is to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal data, by disguising as a trustworthy entity or person.
Spoofing
- Spoofing is best described as the act of disguising one's identity or source of communication, often through fake emails, websites, or messages, to deceive or manipulate others.
Hacking
- Hacking is characterized by unauthorized access to a computer system, network, or digital resource, often with malicious intent to steal, modify, or destroy data.
Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks
- The primary impact of DoS attacks is to overwhelm a system, network, or website with excessive traffic, rendering it unavailable to users, and potentially leading to system crashes or slowdowns.
Phishing vs. Hacking
- Phishing differs from hacking in that phishing involves deceiving individuals into divulging sensitive information, whereas hacking involves unauthorized access to digital systems or data without the owner's knowledge or consent.
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Test your knowledge of phishing scams with this quiz! Identify common red flags, learn to spot fraudulent emails and websites, and discover how to protect yourself from falling victim to phishing attacks. Understand the importance of safeguarding your sensitive information and staying vigilant against cybercriminals.
