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Phishing
Pretexting
Baiting
Quid Pro Quo

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Attackers create a fabricated scenario or pretext to obtain personal information
Uses the promise of an item or good to entice victims into providing personal information
Attackers may promise a service or financial reward in exchange for access credentials
Can occur via email, websites, phone calls, text messages, or any form of electronic communication
Often involves elaborate storytelling to lure victims into divulging confidential data
Often involves offering free downloads or access to content that requires personal details
General term for fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity
Similar to baiting, but offers a service or benefit in exchange for information
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