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    Phishing is a type of fraud that attempts to steal personal information like usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising itself as a trustworthy entity. The document discusses different types of phishing like smishing, spear phishing, and whaling. It provides tips to avoid phishing attacks such as keeping software updated, carefully clicking on links, confirming a site's security, and avoiding sharing personal information on unsecured pages.

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    How To Tackle Phishing Attacks

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    Phishing is a type of fraud that attempts to steal personal information like usernames, passwords, and credit card details by disguising itself as a trustworthy entity. The document discusses different types of phishing like smishing, spear phishing, and whaling. It provides tips to avoid phishing attacks such as keeping software updated, carefully clicking on links, confirming a site's security, and avoiding sharing personal information on unsecured pages.

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    INFORMATION SECURITY

    &
    Phishing

    By: Adithya Hariprakash


    Reg.no:21MIC0031
     Information Security
    at a glance

    Contents: What is Phishing?


    Types of Phishing
    Ways of avoiding
    phishing attacks
    What is Phishing?
    What are its types?
    1. Smishing

    2. Spear Phishing

    3. Whaling

    4. Search-Engine Phishing
    What are the ways of avoiding phishing attacks?

    1. Keep yourself up-to-date

    2. Click wisely

    3. Confirm the site’s security

    4. Do not give personal information


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