Phishing Attacks

Phishing remains one of the most common and effective social engineering techniques, tricking users into handing over credentials or installing malware.

How Phishing Works

A phishing attack typically arrives as an email, message, or website that convincingly impersonates a trusted source, urging the victim to click a link, download a file, or enter credentials.

Common Phishing Variations

Spear phishing targets specific individuals with personalized details, whaling targets high-level executives, and smishing and vishing carry out the same tactics over SMS and phone calls.

Red Flags to Watch For

Urgent language, mismatched sender addresses, unexpected attachments, and requests for sensitive information are all common warning signs of a phishing attempt.

Testing Organizational Readiness

Simulated phishing campaigns, run as part of an ethical hacking engagement, help organizations measure how many employees would fall for a real attack and where training is needed most.