Phishing is a clever form of social engineering where attackers trick you into giving up your online banking login details or other secure credentials. Here's how to spot a phishing scam, how to report a phishing scam, how to stop phishing scams, and a preview of some of the more common phishing scams.
1. What is Phishing?
A brief explanation of phishing, plus some screenshots of common phishing scams delivered via email. These examples help demonstrate how very realistic many of these phishing scams may appear.
2. How to Report a Phishing Scam
If you've received a phishing email, haven't fallen victim, but want to report the email, here's how.
3. How to Ferret Out a Phish
Attackers count on this simple ruse to trip you up. Learn these basics so you are savvy to their tricks.
4. How to Stop Phishing Scams
Stopping phishing scams may be easier than you think. It takes just a small change in behavior. Here's how.
5. Spear Phishing
You would be surprised at the lengths some attackers will go to make an email seem real and believable. Spear phishers know who you know and/or who you do business with.
6. Amazon Phishing Scam
Here's an example of a phishing scam targeting Amazon.com customers. It just goes to show that any popular business name can be used to attract victims.
7. IRS Tax Refund Phishing Scam
This classic IRS Tax Refund phishing scam crops up every tax season in the U.S. Next April 15th, don't be a victim.