The State of Phishing Attacks and Countermeasures

…rotect users’ personal information. While many tools are being used to protect users from phishing attacks, phishing attacks are increasing, its methods and tactics are changing, and more victims are falling for them. The first line of defense in protecting people from phishing attacks is, understanding the dynamics of Phishing and the psychology of both the attacker and the victim, and analyzing users’ decisionmaking strategies in reaction to phishing attacks. This paper is intended to examine the multiple facets of phishing attacks to enhance our understanding of an extremely challenging issue for the IT community as the first step to curb the effects of this persistent crime.By understanding and implementing robust phishing defenses, individuals and organizations can mitigate the risks posed by this prevalent cyber threat, fostering a safer and more secure online environment for everyone.

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AUTHORS
Dr. Bouchaib Falah – School of Science and Engineering, Al Akhawayn University, Irfan – Morocco

Associate Professor Sameer Abufardeh – Computer, Electrical, and Software Engineering Dept, Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott, AZ, 86301 – United States of America

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KEYWORDS

Phishing Email, Social Engineering, Phishing Types, Phishing Countermeasures, Phishing Prevention.

Indexing Keywords: The State of Phishing Attacks and Countermeasures, Phishing Attacks and Countermeasures, Phishing Attacks, Phishing Attacks Countermeasures, The State of Phishing Attacks.

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Pages: 54-71
Revised: 30-08-2023
Published: 01-10-2023

Published in International Journal of Computer Science and Security (IJCSS).

Volume: 17
Issue: 4
Publication Date: 01-10-2023

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