FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY

WHAT IS A HACKER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When people send you phony emails, pop-up messages, social media messages, texts, calls, or links to fake websites in order to hook you into giving out your personal and financial information.
A
Plagiarizing
B
Skimming
C
Phishing
D
Identity Theft
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Phishing is an attempt to steal personal information or break in to online accounts using deceptive emails, messages, ads, or sites that look similar to sites you already use. For example, a phishing email might look like it’s from your bank and request private information about your bank account.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is phishing? ‘Phishing’ is when criminals use scam emails, text messages or phone calls to trick their victims. The aim is often to make you visit a website, which may download a virus onto your computer, or steal bank details or other personal information.

Detailed explanation-3: -Phishing schemes often use spoofing techniques to lure you in and get you to take the bait. These scams are designed to trick you into giving information to criminals that they shouldn’t have access to.

Detailed explanation-4: -Scammers use email or text messages to try to steal your passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. If they get that information, they could get access to your email, bank, or other accounts.

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