Security Aspects · Class 12 · CBSE · Science Computer Science
A user receives an email that appears to be from a bank and asks for their password through a linked website. What type of cyber threat is this?
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easy · MCQ · Q-27AA65
A user receives an email that appears to be from a bank and asks for their password through a linked website. What type of cyber threat is this?
- A.PhishingCorrect answer
- B.Defragmentation
- C.Data compression
- D.Firewall configuration
Solution
Phishing is an attempt to deceive users into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or banking details, through fake emails, messages, or websites.
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