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21Jun

Top Ten Tips for Recognizing a Phishing Email

  1. The URL does not match the link provided or is not a recognizable website. Hover over all links prior to clicking on them.
  2. Don’t trust the name listed right after the From: – Check the actual email address.
  3. The message contains poor spelling and grammar.
  4. Analyze the greeting – Is it vague or personalized?
  5. The message asks for personal information – A reputable company will never ask for your password, credit card number, social security number, or the answer to a security question via email.
  6. The email includes an attachment but no message.
  7. The offer is too good to be true or you didn’t initiate the action – You can’t win if you never entered the contest.
  8. You’re asked to send any kind of money upfront
  9. The email includes urgent or threatening language
  10. It just doesn’t look right – Listen to your gut and reach out to the sender through another medium.

Databranch offers end-user security trainings for organizations of all sizes. If you are interested in setting one up for your company, please reach out to Amanda at 716-373-4467 x 15 or alasky@databranch.com.

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