CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1002) — Question 240

Users notify the help desk of an email that was just received. The email came from the help desk's email address and asked the users to click on an embedded link.
This email is BEST described as:

Answer options

• A. phishing.
• B. zombie.
• C. whaling.
• D. spoofing.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as spoofing involves disguising the sender's address to make it appear as if it is coming from a trusted source. Phishing (A) is a broader term that typically involves tricking users into providing sensitive information. Zombie (B) and whaling (C) refer to different concepts, with zombie often related to compromised systems and whaling targeting high-profile individuals.