Sally has been working really hard lately and asks her manager for a raise. Her manager tells her that she is already the highest paid employee on the floor. Sally doesn't believe her manager, and illegally accesses the employee database to look at salary data. Sally's act can be termed as ________.
A) pretexting
B) phishing
C) hacking
D) spoofing
E) skimming

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Sally's act of illegally accessing the employee database to look at salary data is known as hacking. Hacking involves gaining unauthorized access to a computer system, network or database. Pretexting involves using a false or fictitious identity to gain access to sensitive information. Phishing involves sending emails or messages that seem legitimate in order to trick individuals into sharing sensitive information. Spoofing involves disguising one's identity or location while communicating online. Skimming involves stealing credit card or debit card information through a device placed on a legitimate card reader.

Sally Has Been Working Really Hard Lately and Asks Her