03/05/2025
Do you know what phishing attacks are?
Phishing is a form of social engineering. Phishing attacks use email or malicious websites to solicit personal information by posing as a trustworthy organization. For example, an attacker may send an email seemingly from a reputable company or financial institution that requests account information, often suggesting that there is a problem. When users respond with the requested information, attackers can use it to gain access to your accounts.
Phishing attacks may also appear to come from other types of organizations, such as charities. Attackers often take advantage of current events and certain times of the year, such as
Natural disasters
Toll violations
Epidemics and health scares
Economic concerns (e.g., IRS scams)
Major political elections
Holidays
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