FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

Detailed explanation-1: -Pretexting is a form of social engineering in which an attacker gets access to information, a system or a service through deceptive means.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pretexting is a certain type of social engineering technique that manipulates victims into divulging information. A pretext is a made-up scenario developed by threat actors for the purpose of stealing a victim’s personal data.

Detailed explanation-3: -A scammer sends a phone call to the victim’s number pretending to be someone else (such as a bank employee). The attacker may pretend to be an employee suspended or left the company and will ask for sensitive information such as PINs or passwords.