Google Cloud Digital Leader — Question 213

An employee receives an email from their internet service provider asking for their bank account number and password.
Which cybersecurity threat is this?

Answer options

• A. Ransomware
• B. Distributed Denial of Service
• C. Spamming
• D. Phishing

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as phishing involves tricking individuals into providing sensitive information through deceptive communications. Options A and B refer to specific attacks on systems or networks, while C pertains to unsolicited emails, which is not the primary concern in this scenario.