What is phishing?

Phishing is a type of cyberattack where malicious actors attempt to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, credit card details, or other personal data, by disguising themselves as a trustworthy entity. This is often done through deceptive emails, websites, text messages, or other forms of electronic communication that mimic legitimate organizations or individuals. Phishing attacks are commonly used to steal credentials, install malware, or commit identity theft.