Phishing is a type of online scam in which attackers send fake emails or create fake websites that appear to be legitimate in an attempt to trick people into revealing sensitive information, such as login credentials, credit card numbers, or personal information.Phishing attacks often take the form of an email that appears to come from a legitimate organization or individual, such as a bank, credit card company, or government agency. The email may contain a link that takes the recipient to a fake website designed to look like a legitimate login page. When the recipient enters their login credentials or other sensitive information, it is captured by the attackers and can be used to gain access to their accounts or steal their identity.