Jerry has received an email on his company's email system. The email is in regard to a new update the company plans to implement. The administrators are requesting that everyone send their username and password so that the administrators can compile a list and avoid having everyone change their passwords.
What type of attack is this?
A) Spear phishing
B) Impersonation
C) Shoulder surfing
D) Tailgating

Question

Jerry has received an email on his company's email system. The email is in regard to a new update the company plans to implement. The administrators are requesting that everyone send their username and password so that the administrators can compile a list and avoid having everyone change their passwords. ​
What type of attack is this?
A) Spear phishing
B) Impersonation
C) Shoulder surfing
D) Tailgating

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This is a spear phishing attack, where the attacker sends a targeted email to trick the recipient into revealing sensitive information like usernames and passwords.

Jerry Has Received an Email on His Company's Email System