Detection and Control of Phishing Techniques

The globalization of the economy, and the widespread use of Internet have led to new spaces for committing fraud in computer systems with the use of new technologies. This article describes, in general, major computer-related crimes, such as unlawful interception of e-mail correspondence, the unauthorized use of cards, and false PINs, emphasizing phishing as one of fastest-growing scams in recent years. The main ways to phish customers and users are described through the creation of a fake web site similar to the original site. Related studies are discussed, such as the cloning of profiles on social networks, the design of a prototype system that can be used by users to investigate whether they have been victims of a phishing attack and malware that attacks on social networks. Finally, some techniques for detecting phishing are identified.