What does Phishing refer to?
- A. A social engineering attack that tricks users into revealing sensitive information through fake communications. ✓
- B. Malware that encrypts a victim's files and demands payment for the decryption key.
- C. A program designed to detect, prevent, and remove malicious software from a computer.
- D. The process of converting data into a coded form to prevent unauthorized access.
Correct answer
A. A social engineering attack that tricks users into revealing sensitive information through fake communications.
Explanation
Phishing refers to a social engineering attack that tricks users into revealing sensitive information through fake communications.