Links that are malicious will take you to a website that frequently steals credit card numbers or login information. Phishing email attachments may contain malware that, if opened, allows the attacker to carry out malicious actions on the victim’s computer.
Phishing is a common choice for online criminals because it requires little skill to launch. They frequently make use of phishing kits, which contain all the technical components required to start a phishing campaign.
How to defend against phishing attacks
Utilize modern tools
Do not rely on junk folders and built-in spam filters to block malicious emails. Utilizing a secure email gateway in your business will strengthen your defenses and automatically follow procedures and policies that will stop some emails from ever making it to the inboxes of your employees.
Make Two-Factor Authentication mandatory (2FA)
Email users must confirm their identity in a second way because two-factor authentication is required (i.e. text message, mobile app, or security token). This can alert legitimate users that someone is trying to access their account and update their credentials while also preventing unauthorized users from accessing an email account without the second form of authorization.
Create a password policy
More than ever, practicing good password hygiene—changing and creating secure passwords—is essential. Credential theft is made more challenging by mandating frequent password changes and following strength recommendations for passwords.
Educate the workforce
Above all, upskill your staff and colleagues. The significance of email security will be communicated by offering education and training on password hygiene, typical phishing techniques (identifying spoofing and suspicious messages), and the results of phishing scams.
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