COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
WHAT IS PHISHING
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Fame
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Mischief
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Money
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Touchdowns
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Detailed explanation-1: -While there are many types of scams, the ultimate goal is the same-to steal. Scammers want to steal your money, your identity, and your login credentials to things like your email or your online banking site.
Detailed explanation-2: -Fraudsters take control of a user’s device in order to make purchases on behalf of the user. They make money by earning a commission on the fraudulent transactions done using the user’s money.
Detailed explanation-3: -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.
Detailed explanation-4: -The motivation to commit a fraud is generally linked to an experience or feeling of being under pressure. At the moment of deciding to commit a crime, most fraudsters are facing financial difficulties or living extravagantly and beyond their means.