Phishing scams are fraudulent attempts to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive personal information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or Social Security numbers, typically through electronic communication. These scams commonly occur via email, social media, or text messages, where the attacker impersonates a legitimate entity, such as a bank or popular service provider, to build trust with the target. The communication often contains a sense of urgency, prompting the victim to click on a malicious link or provide confidential information. Phishing scams exploit human psychology and common security behaviors to trick individuals into compromising their data, leading to identity theft or financial loss. The term encompasses various methods, including spear phishing (targeted attacks), vishing (voice phishing), and smishing (SMS phishing). Awareness and caution when interacting with unsolicited communications are essential to protect against phishing scams.
Die Betrüger zielen auf Inhaber des Deutschlandtickets mit gefälschten Rückerstattungsangeboten. Phishing-E-Mails behaupten, eine Rückerstattung von 58 Euro sei aufgrund einer angeblichen doppelten Abbuchung möglich. Empfänger sollten verdächtige E-Mails sofort löschen…