Government Entity Impersonation
Attackers impersonate government bodies to exploit public trust and authority. Victims are prompted to take urgent action—such as submitting payments or forms—via emails mimicking official communication.
Mapped to
MITRE ATT&CK®
Sub-themes
TH0044.1
Government Ministry Impersonation
Adversaries impersonate government ministries to deliver fake alerts or requests, prompting victims to act quickly by making payments or engaging with fraudulent services.
TH0044.2
Tax Authority Impersonation
Attackers impersonate tax agencies with fabricated alerts about returns, payments, or audits. Victims are urged to respond via spoofed government sites to resolve issues or claim entitlements.
TH0044.3
Government Portal Impersonation
Adversaries clone e-government portals for IDs, permits, or benefits, driving users to credential harvesters and fake payment pages.
Connected in PH!SH
Techniques