TechnologyWhat you need to know about phishing
Phishing attacks are among the most common methods used by cyber criminals to steal personal information. Surprisingly, many people are unaware of just how much of a threat these attacks pose. In essence, phishing attacks use a malicious email or website (designed to mimic or replicate real, reputable entities) to trick a person into divulging private or personal information such as usernames and passwords. They may vary in sophistication and plausibility, but the purpose of...