Q. What kind of attempts is made by individuals to obtain confidential information from a person by falsifying their identity?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Phishing scams
Explanation:
Phishing scams involve tricking individuals into revealing confidential information (like passwords, credit card numbers, etc.) by pretending to be a trustworthy source, such as a bank, government agency, or well-known company.
- This is typically done via emails, fake websites, phone calls, or messages that appear legitimate.
Other Options:
- (A) Spyware scams: Involve malicious software that secretly gathers user information, but not necessarily through identity falsification.
- (C) Computer viruses: Malicious programs that replicate and infect systems, not focused on impersonating someone.
- (D) None: Incorrect, because phishing is a valid and known method.
Correct Answer: (B) Phishing scams
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Phishing scams involve tricking individuals into revealing confidential information (like passwords, credit card numbers, etc.) by pretending to be a trustworthy source, such as a bank, government agency, or well-known company.
- This is typically done via emails, fake websites, phone calls, or messages that appear legitimate.
Other Options:
- (A) Spyware scams: Involve malicious software that secretly gathers user information, but not necessarily through identity falsification.
- (C) Computer viruses: Malicious programs that replicate and infect systems, not focused on impersonating someone.
- (D) None: Incorrect, because phishing is a valid and known method.
Correct Answer: (B) Phishing scams