2006-08-24 08:13:03 · 9 answers · asked by sulzar 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
In computing, phishing is a form of criminal activity using social engineering techniques. Phishers attempt to fraudulently acquire sensitive information, such as passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy person or business in an electronic communication. Phishing is typically carried out using email or an instant message, although phone contact has been used as well[1]). Attempts to deal with the growing number of reported phishing incidents include legislation, user training, and technical measures.
2006-08-24 08:16:57 · answer #1 · answered by jakjak 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's when a spammer sends a fraudulent e-mail claiming to be from a real company (such as PayPal or eBay), and tries to entice the recepient into "logging in" through a fake site. By doing this, the spammer can harvest the recipient's user name and password, allowing access to that person's actual account.
2006-08-24 15:17:16 · answer #2 · answered by Zombie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's when people send you an email pretending to be some other company. So say you get an email from a "bank" that asks you to click on a (fake) link and enter your email address and password. If you do it, they will then save that information, go into your account on the real website, and use your login information to get access to your bank accounts.
2006-08-24 15:17:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It Means that someone is looking for information on YOU, and possible access to your computer. They don't (or Probably don't) know you but are using general questions in hopes that you will answer and in doing so they gain access to your computer or information.
2006-08-24 15:19:54 · answer #4 · answered by dragondog53 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its a way hackers trick you into giving fiinancial info online,
go to technet or any site that warns you about online phishing scams Don't answer E mails from unknown senders , beware
of free ware its always a scam
2006-08-24 15:21:17 · answer #5 · answered by .................................... 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its when criminals phish for information , for example you may recieve an urgent message from your bank in your e-mail outbox asking for you to give banking details to update computer data , this is then used to electronically rob your account of its assetts --- remember financial institutions will never ask for your details ! tey dont need to , they already have them!
2006-08-24 15:25:46 · answer #6 · answered by sandra b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
an illegal attemp to get you to reveal you personal information
2006-08-24 15:18:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its pissing with a lisp
2006-08-24 15:14:57 · answer #8 · answered by Bill L 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beats me, whaen you find out let me know. Thanks
2006-08-24 15:15:53 · answer #9 · answered by Louisa R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋