Internet Security Phishing Scams Cartoon
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- No, Ted, I haven't heard about that. It sounds scary. What did you do about the text?
- Hey Sam, have you heard about the "waiting package" phishing scam? They sent me a text and said that I had a package waiting and they couldn't deliver it. I had to click a link to update.
- Thankfully, Sam, I had learned about these phishing scams in my software class at school and knew some signs to look for:1. The text had a generic greeting instead of calling me by my name2. They included a link that requested I click on it to update my payment details3. They said my package had attempted to be delievered, but is placed on hold until I update my information
- Thanks, Ted. I am so glad you have let me know about this scam. Now, I will know what to do if I suspect phishing.
- Protect your cell phone by setting software to update automaticallyBack up your information regularlySet up multi-step authentication
- I'm so glad that you are taking that class and knew what to look for? What can you do to protect yourself in a situation like this?
- How To Protect Yourself From Phishing Attacks
- Sam, if you notice that passwords have been changed, or you can't log in, update your software immediately. And if you suspect you've been scammed, report it at IdentityTheft.gov, contact the company using a phone number, and scan your objects for malware and update your security software.
- I'm glad you asked, Sam. I have listed some ways we can protect ourself on the whiteboard. Take a look!
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