Phishing emails are designed to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information, such as login credentials or financial details. They mainly pretend to be from an organization or individual you know. Like your boss, parent, bank, health insurance agency or web hosting provider.
For example, you can receive an email from your boss that he is held up in a meeting and you should urgently, follow a link to purchase some item online. And if you do not take your time to verify if the email is authentic, you will be duped. Here are some best practices to help you identify and avoid phishing attempts:
Be cautious of unsolicited emails: Don’t click on links or open attachments in emails from unknown senders, even if they appear to be from our company.
Verify the sender’s address: Always check the email address carefully. Phishing emails often use addresses that closely resemble legitimate ones, with slight variations in spelling or domain name.
Don’t enter information on suspicious websites: If you’re unsure about the legitimacy of a website, don’t enter any personal information.
If you suspect a phishing attempt, report it: If you receive a suspicious email that claims to be from us, please forward it to your IT department or email hosting provider for investigation.
For more information on how to identify and avoid phishing attacks, you can visit these resources:
Stay Safe Online – Google Phishing Quiz
US Federal Trade Commission on Avoiding Phishing Scams
We take the security of your information very seriously. By following these best practices, you can help protect yourself from such email scam or spam attacks.
