What are Phishing Attacks?

Phishing is a type of cyber attack where attackers impersonate legitimate organizations to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, and personal data.

Types of Phishing Attacks

  • 1. Email Phishing
  • 2. Spear Phishing
  • 3. SMS Phishing (Smishing)
  • 4. Voice Phishing (Vishing)

How to Spot a Phishing Attempt

  • 1. Check the sender's email address
  • 2. Look for spelling and grammar mistakes
  • 3. Avoid clicking on suspicious links
  • 4. Verify requests for sensitive information

Protecting Yourself from Phishing

1. Enable two-factor authentication

2. Educate yourself and others about phishing

3. Use reputable security software

4. Keep your software up to date