Spear Phishing: Advanced Threats And Robust Mitigation Strategies
Spear phishing attacks differ from standard phishing by targeting specific individuals or organizations with meticulously crafted emails that often include stolen credentials and personalized content. These attacks are designed to bypass traditional email filters and detection mechanisms. The malicious intent of spear phishing is more severe, often aiming for malware delivery, fraud, or data exfiltration. The high level of personalization and technical sophistication makes spear phishing difficult to detect, requiring more advanced response strategies such as investigations and content blocking.
