Phishing Attacks among Internet Banking Users in Nigeria: An Exploration of Remedial Strategies

Abstract

This study meticulously examines phishing attacks targeting Nigerian internet banking users. It delves into prevailing trends, methodologies, and the effectiveness of existing countermeasures. It also proposes robust, tailored security measures in the form of a conceptual model. Similarly, by analyzing the latest tools and techniques, the study emphasizes the need for adaptive and continuously learning anti-phishing systems. The outcomes aim to empower stakeholders in the Nigerian banking sector, including policymakers, financial institutions, and users, to combat the complex and evolving threats posed by phishing attacks.