An example of phishing is
A) setting up a bogus Wi-Fi hot spot.
B) setting up a fake medical Web site that asks users for confidential information.
C) pretending to be a utility company's employee in order to garner information from that company about their security system.
D) sending bulk e-mail that asks for financial aid under a False pretext.

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Setting up a fake medical website that asks for confidential information is an example of phishing. The website is designed to look legitimate to trick users into entering their confidential information, which can then be used for fraudulent purposes.

An Example of Phishing Is