• Phishing assaults occur when a person sends a fake message that appears to come from a trusted source. Email is the most used method of communication. The purpose is to steal sensitive information such as credit card and login information, or to infect the victim's computer with malware. Phishing is a frequent sort of cyberattack that everyone should be aware of in order to stay safe online.
• Phishing begins with a phoney email or other form of communication intended to entice a victim. The message is designed to appear as if it came from a known sender. If the victim is duped, he or she is persuaded to provide private information, which is usually done on a scam website. Malware is sometimes installed on the target's PC.

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