Question

Which of the following best describes spear phishing?

• A. Sending bulk unsolicited emails
• B. Targeting a specific individual or organization
• C. Forging email headers
• D. Encrypting email contents

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Targeting a specific individual or organization

Spear phishing:

• Spear-phishing attacks target a specific organization or individual, seeking un-authorized access to sensitive information.
• Spear-phishing attempts aren't typically initiated by random hackers, but are more likely to be conducted by perpetrators out for financial gain, trade secrets or military information.