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14. What is 'phishing' in the context of cybersecurity?
A type of malware
Unauthorized access to a network
Social engineering attack to trick users into revealing sensitive information
Data encryption technique
Correct Answer :
Social engineering attack to trick users into revealing sensitive information
Solution
Phishing is a cybersecurity attack where attackers use deceptive emails, messages, or websites to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal details. These attacks often impersonate legitimate organizations or services to gain the user's trust. It is one of the most common forms of social engineering attacks.