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      Question

      With respect to computers, which one of the following

      best describes phishing?
      A A malicious program installed on a system that stays concealed to avoid detection. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B A method of bypassing normal authentication procedures over a connection to a network. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C A type of unsolicited bulk email of identical messages sent to numerous recipients. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D An attempt to acquire sensitive information for malicious reasons, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Phishing is the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by disguising oneself as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.

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