Phishing Attacks

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Phishing is the method of trying to gain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, personal details through deceptive emails and websites. Although we all have at one point experienced some sort of phishing attempt, we may not be aware of the different types, and more importantly how to stay safe from them. Before you get started, please read through this quick introduction!

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Prerequisites

Lesson 1: Introduction to Online Safety

What you’ll learn

• Learn different types of phishing attacks
• Understand how a phishing attack works
• Learn how to spot a phishing attack
• Learn how to stay safe from phishing attacks

Key Technology Terms

• Phishing: the method of trying to gain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, personal details through deceptive emails and websites.
• Phishing Kit: pre-made kits that are sold online to cybercriminals to use to attempt phishing attacks
• Cybercrime: crime that involves a computer and a network
• Cybercriminal: an individual or a team of people who use technology to commit malicious activities to steal personal information