Cybercriminals employ a variety of techniques to carry out their malicious activities:
1. Phishing: This involves sending fraudulent emails that appear to be from legitimate sources, tricking recipients into revealing personal information such as passwords and credit card numbers. 2. Spear Phishing: A more targeted form of phishing where the attacker customizes the email to a specific individual or organization, making it even more convincing. 3. Malware: Cybercriminals attach malicious software to emails, which can infect the recipient's computer once opened, leading to data breaches or system damage. 4. Spoofing: This technique involves sending emails from a fake address that mimics a legitimate one, deceiving recipients into trusting the email. 5. Spamming: Sending a large volume of unsolicited emails that may contain fraudulent offers or links to malicious websites.