312-50V13 · Question #237
312-50V13 Question #237: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is A: Phishing. Phishing Attack Explanation Option A (Phishing) is correct because phishing is precisely defined as a social engineering attack where an attacker sends a deceptive link (typically via email) that appears legitimate but redirects victims to a fraudulent website designed to steal c
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An attacker redirects the victim to malicious websites by sending them a malicious link by email. The link appears authentic but redirects the victim to a malicious web page, which allows the attacker to steal the victim's data. What type of attack is this?
Options
- APhishing
- BVlishing
- CSpoofing
- DDdoS
Explanation
Phishing Attack Explanation
Option A (Phishing) is correct because phishing is precisely defined as a social engineering attack where an attacker sends a deceptive link (typically via email) that appears legitimate but redirects victims to a fraudulent website designed to steal credentials, personal data, or financial information.
The distractors are incorrect for these reasons:
- Vishing (B) - note the misspelling "Vlishing" - involves voice calls (phone/VoIP) to deceive victims, not malicious links
- Spoofing (C) is about impersonating an identity (IP address, email sender, etc.) - while spoofing may be a component of phishing, it is not the overall attack described
- DDoS (D) - Distributed Denial of Service - floods a server with traffic to make it unavailable, which has nothing to do with redirecting victims or stealing data
Memory Tip: Think of "Phishing" like fishing - the attacker casts a bait link (the hook) via email, hoping the victim bites and gets caught on the malicious website. If it's an email with a fake link, it's phishing! 🎣
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