MALICIOUS ATTACKSWhat is Phishing?

WHAT IS PHISHING?

Phishing attempts are attempts to get valuable personal information from people via the internet.

Attempts usually come in the form of e-mails or instant messages.

Often the message will try to replicate the look and feel of that of a trusted source to lead the user to a fake website.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

If you get an e-mail that seems weird, do not follow its instructions.

Roll your mouse over whatever link that is provided and check to make sure that the link is legitimate.

When in doubt, discard the e-mail. If it is an urgent issue you can always call your bank or online payment source for details.

AN EXAMPLE OF A PHISHING ATTEMPT

ANOTHER EXAMPLE