Understand phishing scams Flashcards
(16 cards)
What is phishing?
A type of online identity theft that uses email, phone calls, texts, and fraudulent websites to steal personal data.
Why is phishing considered dangerous?
Cybercriminals are skilled at tricking individuals into providing personal information, leading to identity theft and data loss.
What methods do cybercriminals use in phishing attacks?
- Fake Websites
- Threats
- Spoofing companies or people
What should you do if you receive a suspicious email with a link?
Hover over the link to see if it matches the name in your email.
What does it indicate if an email threatens account closure?
It could be from a cybercriminal attempting to steal your information.
What is spoofing in the context of phishing?
When scam artists imitate legitimate companies or individuals to deceive users.
How can you tell if an email is legitimate?
Check for poor grammar and spelling errors.
Fill in the blank: Phishing scams involve the exposure of _______ when the user is tricked into revealing them.
login credentials
What should you look for in an email to determine its legitimacy?
Company contact information and brand accuracy.
True or False: Phishing threats can be completely stopped by configuring a setting in Windows.
False
What are signs of a phishing email?
- Poor grammar
- Spelling errors
- Unrecognizable URLs
What action should you take if an email contains multiple spelling and grammar mistakes?
Consider it a potential scam message.
What is the purpose of phishing?
To steal personal data such as credit card numbers and passwords.
Fill in the blank: Cybercriminals use _______ to make their messages appear legitimate.
graphics
What kind of techniques do cybercriminals use to steal information?
- Threats
- Misinformation
What should you do if you’re unsure about the legitimacy of an email’s sender?
Always check that the email address is correct.
