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The fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames passwords and credit card details are called as?

APhishing

BDenial of Service

CSalami Attack

DNone of the above

Answer:

A. Phishing

Read Explanation:

  • Phishing

  • Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where attackers deceive victims into revealing sensitive information through:

1. Fake emails, texts, or messages

2. Spoofed websites or links

3. Malware or spyware

Other types of phishing:

1. Spear phishing (targeted attacks)

2. Whaling (targeting high-profile individuals)

3. Smishing (SMS-based phishing)

4. Vishing (voice-based phishing)

  • Common phishing tactics:

1. Urgency or scarcity scams

2. Fake login pages

3. Malware attachments

4. Deceptive links


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