CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 482

Employees at comptia.org are reporting getting a usual amount of emails from a coworker. A technician discovers the emails were sent from the following address:[email protected].

Which of the following social engineering attacks is this an example of?

Answer options

• A. Whaling
• B. Insider threat
• C. Phishing
• D. Vishing
• E. Evil twin

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Phishing, as the scenario involves deceptive emails aimed at tricking recipients into divulging information. A. Whaling typically targets high-profile individuals, B. Insider threat refers to malicious actions by employees, D. Vishing involves voice communication, and E. Evil twin refers to a type of wireless attack, none of which apply here.