Miss Madhu clicks on a web link received in a message on her phone which promises her a complimentary trip to a destination of her choice. She forwarded this message to her friend, Arun and asked him to do the same. But Arun refuses and tells Madhu that her personal and private information, such as online account names, login information and passwords can be stolen and she should be careful of such ___________ attacks.

Correct option is A

Phishing is a type of cyberattack where attackers disguise themselves as trustworthy entities (such as companies or individuals) to trick victims into providing personal and sensitive information like login credentials, passwords, or credit card details. Miss Madhu encountered a phishing attempt through a fake offer link that could potentially steal her information.
Information Booster:
1. Phishing often comes in the form of deceptive emails, messages, or websites that appear legitimate but are actually designed to steal personal information.
2. Scamming is a broader term that refers to any fraudulent scheme, while spamming involves sending unsolicited messages to a large number of recipients.
Additional Knowledge:
Plagiarism refers to the act of copying someone else's work and passing it off as one's own, unrelated to phishing or online scams.