IT Glossary / Cybersecurity

Phishing

Broad email or messaging attacks designed to steal credentials or deploy malware. MFA and security awareness training backed by cybersecurity services are the most effective defenses against phishing.

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Why it matters

Phishing can affect uptime, security, compliance, cost, and the way teams get work done. A clear understanding helps leaders ask better vendor questions and avoid preventable disruption.

Where this shows up in operations

  • Projects stall because Phishing is not clearly owned or explained.
  • Security, reliability, or reporting gaps appear when Phishing is implemented without a plan.
  • Budget and planning conversations get harder when Phishing is disconnected from business risk.

How MNI helps

MNI connects Phishing to the surrounding environment: users, devices, networks, cloud tools, security controls, and support expectations. The goal is a practical plan your team can understand and maintain.

Next step

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