The Anatomy of Phishing Attacks and the Detection and Prevention of Fake Domain Names

Abstract

Internet technology and its infrastructure are getting more and more into our lives. In parallel with this, there is an increase in the number of phishing attacks that rely on fake/deceptive domain names. Web-based phishing attacks aim at obtaining users' (individual/corporate) personal and/or financial information by using fake domain names. Within the scope of this chapter, firstly, phishing attacks are explained. How they are prepared and implemented is examined. Then, the steps to be taken to detect fake domain names to which users are directed are examined.