What is computer phishing?
Phishing is a scam where cybercriminals attempt to obtain personal information, such as login credentials, credit card numbers, and bank account details, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an email or online message.
Phishing emails are often designed to look like they have been sent from a legitimate organization, such as a bank, credit card company, or online service. The email may ask the recipient to click on a link or open an attachment that appears to be relevant to the organization the email is pretending to come from, but in reality, the link or …