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Which of the following tools can be used for the anti-phishing?

The correct answer is C. Netcraft. Netcraft is a legitimate cybersecurity service widely used for anti-phishing, offering phishing site detection, takedown services, and a browser extension that warns users about suspected fraudulent pages.

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Question

Which of the following tools can be used for the anti-phishing?

Options

  • ALegion
  • BSpector
  • CNetcraft
  • Deblaster

How the community answered

(33 responses)
  • A
    6% (2)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    91% (30)

Why each option

Netcraft is a legitimate cybersecurity service widely used for anti-phishing, offering phishing site detection, takedown services, and a browser extension that warns users about suspected fraudulent pages.

ALegion

Legion is a network penetration testing and exploitation framework used for offensive security engagements, not for detecting or preventing phishing attacks.

BSpector

Spector (SpectorSoft) is employee monitoring and computer surveillance software designed to log keystrokes and internet activity, not a tool intended for anti-phishing defense.

CNetcraftCorrect

Netcraft operates one of the largest anti-phishing services globally, providing real-time detection of phishing URLs, reporting infrastructure for financial institutions, and a browser plug-in that alerts users when visiting known or suspected phishing sites. It is a recognized defensive tool used by banks, registrars, and security professionals worldwide.

Deblaster

eBlaster is a commercial employee monitoring product used to track email and web usage for oversight purposes, not a security tool designed to detect or block phishing attacks.

Concept tested: Anti-phishing tool identification and purpose

Source: https://www.netcraft.com/cybercrime/phishing/

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#anti-phishing#Netcraft#security tools#phishing prevention

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