phishing taxonomy

Phishing taxonomy categorizes different types of deceptive online attacks aimed at stealing sensitive information or gaining unauthorized access. It includes methods like deceptive emails pretending to be trusted sources, spear-phishing targeting specific individuals, and smishing via fake text messages. Other types involve using malicious websites, fake login pages, or social engineering to manipulate victims. Understanding these categories helps individuals and organizations recognize and defend against various scams by identifying common patterns and tactics used in each type of phishing attempt.