Spear-phishing is a type of cyber attack that targets specific individuals or organizations. It is a more targeted and personalized form of phishing, where attackers use carefully crafted emails, messages, or other communication methods to trick the recipient into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, financial details, or access credentials.

Unlike traditional phishing attacks that cast a wide net and rely on mass emailing, spear-phishing focuses on a particular target or a group of targets. Attackers often research their victims extensively to make their messages appear legitimate and increase the chances of success. They may gather information from public sources, social media profiles, or previous data breaches to customize their attacks and make them seem credible.

Spear-phishing attacks often employ tactics