What is credential harvesting?

Credential harvesting is the act of stealing usernames and passwords through fake login pages, phishing links, or malicious attachments.

The attacker tricks the user into typing real credentials into a fraudulent form.

The strongest defense is Multi Factor Authentication, since even if a thief steals the password, they still cannot unlock the account without the second key.

It is the robber demanding the keys to the captain’s cabin. Providers fight this through phishing filters, URL scanning, and user education.

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