Question

question 8 of 10
what is the term for sending emails that imitate legitimate companies?
a. junk mailing
b. hacking
c. spamming
d. phishing

Explanation:

Phishing involves sending fraudulent emails that appear to be from legitimate sources (like companies) to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information (e.g., passwords, credit card details). Junk mailing (A) is just unsolicited bulk mail. Hacking (B) is unauthorized access to systems. Spamming (C) is sending unsolicited messages in general (not necessarily imitating companies). So, the term for imitating legitimate companies via emails is phishing (D).

Answer:

D. Phishing