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critical🇮🇳 India focus

Spear Phishing

Phishing built on research into one specific person — referencing their real projects, colleagues and deadlines — so the message survives the scepticism that stops bulk phishing.

Owner Cyber Safe India Editorial TeamFirst published 13 Aug 2026Last reviewed 16 Sep 2026Jurisdiction India + global contextEvidence grade B · sourced referenceEmergency routes verified 16 Sep 2026Editorial policyCorrections & change log