Credential-Theft
Phishing — Enterprise Credential Harvesting & Initial Access Technique
Phishing is a social engineering technique used to obtain credentials, deliver malware, or establish initial access into enterprise environments. This SECMONS record explains phishing mechanics, campaign evolution, and defensive controls.
Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) — Intercepting and Manipulating Communications in Transit
A Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack occurs when an attacker intercepts, monitors, or alters communication between two parties without their knowledge. This SECMONS glossary entry explains how MitM attacks work, common techniques, real-world impact, and how defenders should mitigate interception risks.
Phishing — Deceptive Social Engineering to Steal Credentials and Deliver Malware
Phishing is a social engineering technique where attackers impersonate trusted entities to steal credentials, deliver malware, or gain initial access. This SECMONS glossary entry explains phishing variants, operational impact, and defensive controls.
TrickBot — Modular Banking Trojan and Malware Delivery Framework
TrickBot is a modular malware platform initially developed as a banking trojan and later expanded into a flexible intrusion framework used for credential theft, lateral movement, and ransomware staging. This SECMONS profile provides structured technical and operational analysis.