An attack in which an authentic-looking e-mail or website entices a user to enter his or her username,password,or other sensitive information is called ________.(Select the most specific answer.)
A)phishing
B)identity theft
C)social engineering
D)a spyware attack

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Phishing is specifically an attack that uses an authentic-looking e-mail or website to trick a user into entering sensitive information. Identity theft and social engineering can be broader terms encompassing other methods of obtaining sensitive information. A spyware attack involves malicious software that is installed on a computer without the user's knowledge or consent, and may not necessarily involve an e-mail or website that tricks the user into providing information.

An Attack in Which an Authentic-Looking E-Mail or Website Entices