Case Study: Phishing Attack Simulation

Conduct a phishing attack by crafting an email designed to deceive a doctor into either believing you are a patient seeking urgent consultation or another doctor requesting sensitive information.

Scenario:

You are a cybersecurity analyst tasked with assessing the vulnerability of a healthcare institution to phishing attacks. Your goal is to create a phishing email that would plausibly convince a doctor to click on a malicious link or provide sensitive information.

Steps:

Identify the Target: Choose a doctor from the institution’s publicly available contact information.
Select the Pretext: Decide whether you will pose as a fake patient or a fake doctor.
Craft the Email: Write a convincing email that includes a call to action (e.g., clicking a link, downloading an attachment, or replying with sensitive information).

Pretext Options:

- As a Fake Patient:

Create a scenario where you urgently need medical advice or consultation.
Include plausible details that might prompt the doctor to act quickly.

- As a Fake Doctor:

Pretend to be a colleague or specialist seeking a professional opinion or sharing important research.
Use medical jargon and reference shared professional interests to build credibility.