Phishing Attacks: The Art of Deception

One of the most widespread and dangerous cyber threats is phishing—a deceptive tactic used to trick people into revealing confidential information such as passwords, financial details, and personal data.

Phishing attacks usually take the form of:

Email phishing: Fraudulent emails pretending to be from legitimate companies (e.g., banks, government agencies, or tech firms) urging users to click on malicious links.

Spear phishing: Targeted attacks against specific individuals or organizations, often using personal details to appear more convincing.

Smishing and vishing: Phishing through SMS messages (smishing) or phone calls (vishing), where attackers impersonate trusted entities.

To protect against phishing, users should always verify the sender of an email, avoid clicking on unknown links, and enable two-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized access.