When the attacker pretends to represent a legitimate organization and asks for verification of victims information such as password or username. we call this threat:

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A	Malicious software (malware)
B	Adware
C	Spyware
D	Phishing

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Phishing is a form of fraud in which an attacker masquerades as a reputable entity or person in email or other forms of communication.

Detailed explanation-2: -In Cybersecurity, identity fraud refers to when an attacker uses a victim’s personal information, typically to impersonate the victim.

Detailed explanation-3: -Phishing is a type of social engineering attack often used to steal user data, including login credentials and credit card numbers. It occurs when an attacker, masquerading as a trusted entity, dupes a victim into opening an email, instant message, or text message.

Detailed explanation-4: -Email phishing. Most phishing attacks are sent by email. Spear phishing. There are two other, more sophisticated, types of phishing involving email. Whaling. Whaling attacks are even more targeted, taking aim at senior executives. Smishing and vishing. Angler phishing. 31-Jan-2023

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