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220-1202 · Question #262
220-1202 Question #262: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is D: Smishing. Smishing is a social engineering attack conducted via SMS or text messages, where attackers send fraudulent links or messages to trick users into revealing credentials or sensitive
Submitted by anna_se· Mar 30, 2026Security
Question
A user receives an unexpected text message containing a link to reset an expired password. Which of the following social engineering attacks is taking place?
Options
- AVishing
- BSpear phishing
- CWhaling
- DSmishing
Explanation
Smishing is a social engineering attack conducted via SMS or text messages, where attackers send fraudulent links or messages to trick users into revealing credentials or sensitive
Topics
#social engineering#smishing
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