What is Spear Phishing?
Spear phishing is a targeted phishing attack aimed at specific individuals or organizations, often involving personalized information to make the deception more convincing.
Examples
Attackers may pose as a colleague, boss, or trusted contact, requesting sensitive information or directing victims to malicious websites.
Prevention Tips
- Be cautious of unexpected emails from known contacts.
- Verify the sender's identity through other communication channels.
- Do not provide sensitive information via email.
- Enable two-factor authentication for your accounts.