The process in which a person attempts to glean access for authentication information by posing as someone who needs that information is known as what option below?
A)mining
B)phishing
C)hunting
D)doxing

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Phishing is a type of social engineering attack in which the attacker masquerades as a trustworthy entity in an attempt to obtain sensitive information, such as login credentials or credit card details, from the victim. The attacker typically tries to trick the victim into clicking a link or opening an attachment that leads to a fake login page or downloads malware. Mining usually refers to the process of extracting valuable resources from the earth, while hunting refers to searching for something with intent. Doxing is the practice of publicly revealing personal or sensitive information about a person without their consent.

The Process in Which a Person Attempts to Glean Access