Question

Mark receives an email from his bank asking him to update and verify his credit card details. He replies to the mail with all the requested details. Mark later learns that the mail was not actually sent by his bank and that the information he had shared has been misused. Mark is a victim of ________.

Answer 1

Answer:

Phishing

Explanation:

Phishing is the process of obtaining critical information such as passwords or credit card info via electronic communication such as emails. The invader disguises himself as a corporation and sends these communications using the specific logo and layout while asking for the submission of personal information required by the corporation.