COMPUTER ETHICS AND SECURITY
TYPES OF THREATS AND ATTACKS
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Question
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Which of these could be used in a “phishing” attempt?
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an email
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a website advert
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chatting online
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All of these options
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Email phishing is the most common type of phishing, and it has been in use since the 1990s. Hackers send these emails to any email addresses they can obtain. The email usually informs you that there has been a compromise to your account and that you need to respond immediately by clicking on a provided link.
Detailed explanation-2: -Spear Phishing. Whaling. Vishing. Email Phishing.
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