Subject

    Computer Technology (Bank)

    Topic

    Internet

    Which of the following is NOT a type of phishing attack?

    ক)
    Whaling
    খ)
    Smishing
    গ)
    Vishing
    ঘ)
    Man-in-the-middle attack

    Explanation

    Man-in-the-middle attacks are not a type of phishing attack. Phishing attacks are attempts to trick users into revealing confidential information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, by impersonating a legitimate entity. Man-in-the-middle attacks are eavesdropping attacks in which the attacker intercepts and modifies communication between two parties without their knowledge. The other answer choices are all types of phishing attacks: - Whaling is a type of spear phishing that targets high-profile individuals, such as CEOs and government officials. - Smishing is a type of phishing attack that is delivered via SMS text message. - Vishing is a type of phishing attack that is delivered via voice call.

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