What is Phishing?
Phishing is a type of scam, often through email or text message, in which fraudsters attempt to gather your personal information by pretending to be a trusted, reputable source. The scammers' aim is to steal money, gain access to sensitive data or login credentials, or install malware on your device.
Examples of Phishing Scams and How to Handle Them:
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You receive an email from your bank with a link asking you to log in.
Avoid clicking links in emails, especially if you have the bank’s website saved in your bookmarks. Open a new browser window and use your trusted bookmark to log in. -
You receive an email with an invoice for a product you didn’t order.
Don’t panic. First, check your bank or credit card transactions to verify if the charge was actually made. Banks and credit card companies typically protect against fraudulent charges, so there’s no need to respond to the email or use it in any follow-up communication. -
You receive a call, text, or email from someone posing as a coworker, asking you to send money or buy gift cards.
Do not act on this request. Instead, contact your coworker directly to confirm if they actually made the request.
When in doubt, use a separate form of communication to verify if a message is a phishing attempt.
Conclusion
Always report suspected phishing to your company, IT department, or the service provider being impersonated to help prevent others from falling victim to scams.
Stay Protected: Have questions about a suspicious message? Don’t hesitate to reach out to our team for advice and resources on how to keep your information safe from phishing attempts. Your security is our priority!