In which type of attack does an attacker send an email message that asks the recipient to click a link such as
https://www.cisco.net.cc/securelogs?
A.
phishing
B.
pharming
C.
solicitation
D.
secure transaction
Explanation:
BD
Phishing presents a link that looks like a valid trusted resource to a user. When the user clicks it, the user is
prompted to disclose confidential information such as usernames/passwords.
Phishing elicits secure information through an e-mail message that appears to come from a legitimate source
such as a service provider or financial institution. The e-mail message may ask the user to reply with the
sensitive data, or to access a website to update information such as a bank account number.Source: Cisco Official Certification Guide, Confidentiality, Table 1-5 Attack Methods, p.13; Social Engineering
Tactics, p.29