CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102) — Question 624

Which of the following is a technique used by a threat actor to engage and obtain information via a telephone call?

Answer options

• A. Phishing
• B. Smishing
• C. Tailgating
• D. Vishing

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, Vishing, which refers to voice phishing where attackers use phone calls to deceive individuals into revealing personal information. A is incorrect as phishing typically involves email, B refers to smishing which is SMS phishing, and C, tailgating, involves physical security breaches rather than phone calls.