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How Hackers Create Phishing Email Templates of Instagram, Gmail, etc.

  • Phishing attacks remain highly effective due to the ability to clone professional-looking email templates from trusted services like Instagram, Gmail, etc.
  • PhishMailer is an open-source tool on GitHub for creating and sending phishing emails resembling popular services, using pre-made email formats.
  • The blog emphasizes educational purposes to raise awareness about phishing threats.
  • Hackers use PhishMailer by installing it, selecting a phishing template, configuring SMTP email settings, sending the phishing email, and capturing credentials on a fake login page.
  • Commonly targeted platforms include Instagram, Gmail, Facebook, and PayPal with emails related to suspicious activities or login attempts.
  • Tips to stay safe from phishing emails include checking sender's email address, previewing URLs, enabling 2FA, and reporting phishing attempts to service providers.
  • PhishMailer highlights the ease of creating convincing phishing emails, underscoring the importance of digital awareness and user education.

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