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What Does Spoofing Mean? Detection & Prevention

<b>What Does Spoofing Mean? Detection & Prevention</b>
Spoofing is a catch-all term that covers many different types of malicious behaviors in which the attackers try to trick unsuspecting victims in order to obtain something beneficial. It can happen across nearly all communication channels, and range from straightforward spoofing traps to very technically advanced attacks.

What is Phishing? Phishing Types and Tips for Prevention

What is Phishing? Phishing Types and Tips for Prevention

Phishing means deceitful use of electronic communication services to defraud online users. Phishing emails are created with one sinister purpose in mind – to deceive the user and get a hold of his sensitive and valuable information such as credit card data, social security number, passwords, and other private details.