Phishing is one way of "trolling for computer user fish" who will bite on the bait and click that link. The bait can be subtle and looks like something official from your bank, eBay, Facebook, etc... But if you click the link, you could unknowlingly unknowingly hand your online banking password to foreign hackers. Here's what to look for , and how to protect yourself from phishing attempts.
These phishers are very good at making these scams look real by using the graphic logos, fonts, and colors used by name brands in their email communications to make counterfeit phishing emails. But If you look carefully and , you may see one or more of these telltale signs:
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Phone phishing relies on the unreasonable yet actual tendency to trust telephones more than the Internet. "Please call this number to speak with a customer service rep" often leads only to an automated system that demands your name, checking account number, online account username and password, Social Security number "for verification", and other data you wouldn't dream of sending over the Internet. Except now you're telling this information into someone's digital recorder! Legitimate businesses do not ask customers for such data by phone or over the Internet.
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Secure'cUse: Prevent Identity TheftWhen in doubt, just ask us! We're more than happy to take a look any message you receive to check its legitimacy and make sure that you are protected! We can be reached at 315.443.2677 or help@syr.edu. Our hours can be found here.
Got phished or interacting with suspicious emails or messages? Be sure to secure your account and information using the instructions on the Got Phished! Now What? page.