DNS Hijacking vs Phishing

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

DNS Hijacking
intermediate
risk

DNS hijacking is a cyber attack that redirects users from legitimate cryptocurrency exchange or wallet websites to fraudulent impostor sites by manipulating the Domain Name System, enabling theft of login credentials and digital assets.

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Phishing
beginner
fundamentals

A cyberattack where criminals impersonate legitimate websites or services (via fake emails, URLs, or messages) to trick users into revealing passwords, private keys, or account credentials.

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