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Data breach

A data breach occurs when unauthorized individuals gain access to sensitive, confidential, or protected information. This can happen due to hacking, weak security measures, insider threats, or accidental exposure.

Common types of data breaches include:

• Personal data leaks (names, addresses, passwords, financial information)
• Corporate data breaches (trade secrets, customer data, intellectual property)
• Government data breaches (classified documents, citizen records)

Data breaches can lead to identity theft, financial loss, reputational damage, and legal consequences. Organizations use encryption, firewalls, multi-factor authentication, and regular security audits to prevent breaches.

Cyber Phishing

Cyber phishing is a type of online scam where attackers trick people into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal details. They usually do this by pretending to be a trusted entity, like a bank, government agency, or popular website.

Common Types of Phishing Attacks:

1. Email Phishing – Fake emails that look like they’re from legitimate sources, urging victims to click malicious links.
2. Spear Phishing – Targeted phishing attacks aimed at specific individuals or organizations.
3. Smishing – Phishing via SMS (text messages) with harmful links.
4. Vishing – Voice phishing where scammers call pretending to be from a trusted organization.
5. Clone Phishing – Replicating real emails with slight modifications to deceive users.

How to Protect Yourself:

• Verify email senders before clicking links.
• Avoid downloading attachments from unknown sources.
• Use multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Keep software and antivirus updated.
• Report suspicious messages to your IT department or security team.

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