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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ are messages that try to trick you into providing sensitive information.
A
Phishing scams
B
HTTPS
C
Cookie scams
D
Plug-ins
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Phishing scams are messages that try to trick you into providing sensitive information. These often appear to come from a bank or another trusted source, and they’ll usually want you to re-enter a password, verify a birth date, or confirm a credit card number.

Detailed explanation-2: -Smishing meaning and definition As a variant of phishing, victims are deceived into giving sensitive information to a disguised attacker. SMS phishing can be assisted by malware or fraud websites. It occurs on many mobile text messaging platforms, including non-SMS channels like data-based mobile messaging apps.

Detailed explanation-3: -A phishing attack is when hackers attempt to trick you into sharing sensitive information. Their goal is to steal logins, credit card numbers, and sensitive corporate information. They could also be trying to infect your computer(s) with malware. What Is Phishing?

Detailed explanation-4: -SMS phishing or smishing is a type of phishing attack that uses text messages from a cell phone or smartphone to deliver a bait message. The victim is usually asked to click a link, call a phone number, or contact an email address provided by the attacker.

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