Phishing has evolved from a single technique into many highly specialised tactics, each adapted to specific types of targets and technologies. First described in 1987, phishing is now carried out via text, phone, advertising, and—of course—email.
Boiled down, all these tactics exist for the same purpose—to swipe confidential information from an unsuspecting target in order to
extract something of value. But knowing about the hugely diverse set of today’s phishing tactics can help ordinary people, home and
business internet users alike, to be more prepared for the inevitable instance when they become the target.
In this PDF we share 11 common phishing tactics you should know…