Lesson 15 of 100 Days of Teaching Cybersecurity explains phishing attacks and how social engineering tricks people into giving up sensitive information.
In this beginner-friendly lesson, youâll learn what phishing really is, the most common phishing channels attackers use, and how emotions like urgency, fear, and trust are exploited to manipulate victims. Phishing is often the first step in much larger cyber attacks.
This video is part of the 100 Days of Teaching Cybersecurity series, designed to break down complex cybersecurity threats into simple, real-world explanations anyone can understand.
In this lesson, youâll learn:
â What phishing really is
â The most common phishing channels
â How attackers use urgency, fear, and trust
â How phishing leads to bigger cyber attacks
â Simple ways to spot and avoid phishing attempts
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