Similar to phishing, _____ is directing Internet users to fraudulent Web sites with the intention of stealing their personal information, such as Social Security numbers, passwords, bank account numbers, and credit card numbers.
A)sniffing
B)screening
C)pharming
D)cybersquatting

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Pharming is the correct term for the practice of directing users to fraudulent websites to steal personal information, distinguishing it from phishing by the method of attack, often involving the manipulation of DNS records or tricking the victim's browser in some way.

Similar to Phishing, _____ Is Directing Internet Users to Fraudulent