How to Identify and Prevent Phishing Attacks
Solution:
- Verify email senders – Check the sender's address for typos or unusual domains.
- Hover over links before clicking – Fake links may redirect you to a malicious website.
- Avoid opening unknown attachments – Especially if they come from unknown senders.
- Look for urgent or threatening language – Scammers often pressure users to act fast.
- Report phishing emails – Forward suspected phishing emails to IT security.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) – Adds an extra layer of protection.
- Use a spam filter – Outlook and Gmail have built-in phishing detection tools.