A phishing attack occurs when cyber criminals send fraudulent, but genuine looking communications that appear to come from a reputable source. In many instances, the cyber criminals also set up a website that at first glance looks like the reputable source.
The attack is designed to trick users into divulging sensitive data, downloading malware, and exposing themselves or their organisations to cybercrime. On Tuesday, LEA warned its clients that it was aware of an email purporting to originate from the organisation and entitled “Payment”. Recipients of the fake email are directed to click on a link to access the “payment advice”.
