Phishing Attacks Execution

Abstract

The rapid advancement of technology has made cybersecurity a crucial industry. One such prominent menace is phishing, which refers to any fraudulent act aimed at collecting personal data like passwords and credit card information under the guise of genuine organizations.
Phishing attacks are often performed through electronic email, social media platforms or instant messaging. The cyber criminals tailor their messages in order to make the victims click a harmful link or give away personal details. Several techniques are employed by these attackers to enhance the believability of their emails and elicit emotional responses from the audience.
This paper seeks to examine phishing attacks, how they affect individuals and organizations and identify remediation. The power of these attacks in the stealing of credentials is then demonstrated through the use of Social Engineering Toolkit (SET).