What Is Whaling Phishing?
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Whaling phishing is a type of cyber attack that targets high-level executives or other influential individuals within an organization. It is a form of phishing, which is a type of social engineering attack designed to gain access to sensitive information by posing as a legitimate entity. The goal of whaling phishing attacks is to gain access to confidential information, such as financial details, passwords, corporate data, or personal information. The attack is often done through a spear phishing email, which is a highly-targeted attack that is customized for a specific individual.