Question

Identify the type of cybercrime that involves sending fraudulent emails to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information.

Options

• Hacking

• Phishing

• Cyberbullying

• Cyberstalking

Answer 1

Phishing

Explanation:

Phishing is a sort of cybercrime in which attackers use bogus emails, texts, or websites to deceive people into disclosing sensitive information, such as:

1. Passwords
2. Credit card details
3. Personal data