An attempt to deceive users and illegally acquire sensitive information by contacting them under the guise of a trusted source. Phishing typically employs emails or instant messages that appear to be legitimate, combined with imposter websites, to make bogus requests for personal details such as names, passwords, Social Security numbers, or financial credentials.
Phishing: A Modern Guide to an Age-Old Problem
Phishing has evolved to keep up with the changing enterprise. Get an in-depth guide to modern phishing tactics and how you can establish user and device trust to protect against the impact of phishing attacks.