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Phishing remains the top initial-access vector for ransomware and espionage, leveraging email, SMS (smishing) and voice (vishing).
Quick Answer
Phishing attacks manipulate people to disclose credentials or run malware; defenses include user awareness training, MFA and email gateway filtering.
Definition
Phishing remains the top initial-access vector for ransomware and espionage, leveraging email, SMS (smishing) and voice (vishing).
What it is
Phishing remains the top initial-access vector for ransomware and espionage, leveraging email, SMS (smishing) and voice (vishing).
Why it matters
Phishing attacks manipulate people to disclose credentials or run malware; defenses include user awareness training, MFA and email gateway filtering.
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