Which of the following is an example of phishing?
A) Using bills in the trash to obtain others' personal information
B) Rerouting bills to a different address
C) Obtaining information from financial institutions under false pretenses
D) Stealing wallets
E) Pretending to be an employee of a financial institution

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Phishing refers to the practice of attempting to obtain sensitive information such as passwords, usernames, and credit card details by posing as a trustworthy entity in a digital communication. Pretending to be an employee of a financial institution is an example of phishing.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Phishing