Phishing
In the field of computer security, phishing is the criminally
fraudulent process of attempting to acquire sensitive information such as
usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy
entity in an electronic attempting to acquire sensitive information such as
usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy
entity in an electronic communication. Phishing is a fraudulent e-mail that
attempts to get you to divulge personal data that can then be used for
illegitimate purposes.
There are many variations on this
scheme. It is possible to Phish for other information in additions to usernames
and passwords such as credit card numbers, bank account numbers, social
security numbers and mothers' maiden names. Phishing presents direct risks
through the use of stolen credentials and indirect risk to institutions that
conduct business on line through erosion of customer confidence. The damage
caused by phishing ranges from denial of access to e-mail to substantial
financial loss .
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