Phishing is the criminally fraudulent process of attempting to acquire sensitive information
such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an
electronic communication.
Phishing is typically carried out by e-mail or instant messaging. The scammers use social
engineering techniques to fool users. Social engineering refers to a group of activities that
essentially trick users into divulging sensitive information through ordinary communication means
such as conversations and e-mail. The scammers send e-mail messages that look like they are from
a legitimate business the recipient deals with, such as an online bank. They ask you to update your
account information and provides a link that, when clicked, sends the recipient to a Web site. Once
the e-mail recipient confirms his or her personal information, the scammers capture it and can
begin using it.
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