ISC2 CC Security Operations Practice Question
Which of the following is an indicator of a phishing email?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The email contains a sense of urgency and a suspicious link.
Phishing emails often create a sense of urgency to pressure recipients into acting without thinking, such as claiming an account will be closed.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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The email contains a sense of urgency and a suspicious link.
Why this is correct
Urgency and suspicious links are common phishing indicators.
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The email includes an attachment from a trusted source.
Why it's wrong here
Attachments from unknown sources can be malicious, but from trusted sources it may be safe.
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The email has a professional signature with contact details.
Why it's wrong here
Professional signatures can be forged.
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The email is from a known colleague.
Why it's wrong here
Known colleagues are less likely to be phishing.
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