Phishing is a type of email attack where the attacker sends a lot of malicious emails in an untargeted
way, pretending to be a trusted source, such as a bank or an online retailer, to trick users into
revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers. Attackers use the
information to steal money or to launch other attacks. A fake email from a bank asking you to click a
link and verify your account details is an example of phishing1 Reference:
1: Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-level Technician - Palo Alto Networks
2: 10 Palo Alto Networks PCCET Exam Practice Questions - CBT Nuggets
3: Types of Email Attacks - Examples and Consequences - Tessian
4: What Is a Phishing Attack? Definition and Types - Cisco
