Email spoofing occurs when someone forges the “From” address in an email to make it look like it came from someone else.
Why it matters:
- Common tactic in phishing attacks.
- Damages trust in legitimate business communications.
- Prevented by proper SPF, DKIM, and DMARC setup.
Pro tip: Train employees to check message headers when something seems off — the true sender can usually be seen there.
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