Understanding Phishing
Phishing is a type of online scam where attackers impersonate legitimate organizations via email, text message, or advertisement to steal sensitive information such as login credentials or credit card numbers.
How to Recognize Phishing Attacks
- Check for suspicious email addresses and links.
- Look out for grammar and spelling mistakes in messages.
- Be wary of urgent calls to action and requests for sensitive information.
Tips to Avoid Phishing
To protect yourself from phishing attacks, follow these tips:
- Always verify the source of the email before clicking on any links.
- Use multi-factor authentication whenever possible.
- Keep your software and security systems up to date.