phishing

     

In computing, phishing is an attempt to criminally an fraudulently acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication. PayPal, eBay and online banks are common targets. Phishing is typically carried out by e-mail or instant messaging, and often directs users to enter details at a website, although phone contact has also been used. Phishing is an example of social engineering techniques used to fool users. Attempts to deal with the growing number of reported phishing incidents include legislation, user training, public awareness, and technical measures.

Trivia about phishing

  • "Pharming" is the practice of creating a fake website to engage in this similarly named illegal gathering of info
  • I don't click on an email link to update any of my accounts, because it may be this type of "sporting" spam
  • It's the practice of angling for e-mail users' private info using spam as bait

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