Avoid Being a Victim of a Phishing Scam
Posted: September 13, 2016
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Unfortunately, "phishing" is the complete opposite of the treasured, often relaxing, outdoor sport of fishing. Phishing is the sending of emails made to look like they're from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information. Anyone, even the tech savvy, can be a victim. The more information you have on this nefarious tactic, the more prepared you'll be to avoid being caught in a phishing scam.
Mike James, writer for Dumb Little Man, shares how to avoid being a phishing victim.
Do you have “phishing awareness”?
You may have heard about internet ‘phishing’ and wondered whether you should be worried. Or worse, you may have been unlucky enough to have been victimized in the past. Either way, it’s important to know how to protect yourself from this pernicious type of internet fraud.
Phishing is a fraudulent internet activity aimed at tricking you into divulging personal details which can then be used against you.
Don’t make the mistake of thinking you won’t be fooled. Many highly cautious and tech savvy users have fallen victim to the scammers.
These unscrupulous folk will go to great lengths to lull you into a false sense of security and gain your trust.
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