Bryan receives an e-mail from a group posing as police officers requesting personal information. This is an example of
A. social engineering.
B. phishing.
C. counterfeiting.
D. forgery.
Answer (1)
Bryan's e-mail from a group posing as police officers is an example of phishing, a tactic used to obtain sensitive information by impersonating a trustworthy source. These malicious e-mails often look legitimate to trick individuals into sharing personal data. Understanding these terms can help users better protect themselves online. ;
