What is a Phishing Attack

The video tutorial explains phishing, a type of email fraud where attackers disguise as trusted sources to trick recipients into sharing personal information or installing malware. It distinguishes between general phishing and spear phishing, which is more targeted and involves research on the victim. The tutorial also provides tips on recognizing phishing attempts, such as checking for generic greetings, grammatical errors, and urgent requests. It emphasizes the importance of being cautious with emails from entities like PayPal or Amazon.

Can you provide an example of a phishing attempt mentioned in the text?

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What human behavior do phishing attacks often exploit?

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