Unveiling the Anatomy of Phishing Attacks: Strategies, Targets, and Cybersecurity Solutions

This paper undertakes a comprehensive analysis of phishing attacks, a pervasive and sophisticated cyber threat facing individuals, organizations, and online systems. It examines the techniques employed by attackers, including deceptive emails, website spoofing, and social engineering tactics. Additionally, emerging trends such as spear phishing, clone phishing, and voice-based phishing are investigated to draw attention to the constantly shifting landscape of malicious campaigns. To mitigate the risks associated with these attacks, existing countermeasures are critically evaluated for their strengths and weaknesses. These include both technical solutions like email filters and anti-phishing tools as well as user awareness programs that can enhance human resilience against phishing attempts. The findings of this research illustrate the importance of a multi-faceted approach in order to effectively combat phishing attacks and minimize the impact on individuals and organizations.