It starts with opening the email message. As soon as you open a message, you should begin noticing some things aren't quite right. For example, this message is from a well-known banking institution--Capital One. Most banking institutions today don't send emails requesting that customers click on links or provide information.
Recognize Identity Theft Scams - Spotting a Phishing Email
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Millions of emails like this one, that are designed to help a criminal steal identities, go out every single day. These are called phishing scams. Follow along with me as I show you how to spot a phishing scam so you'll never fall victim to another one.
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- Recognize a Phish-y Email
- Look at the Email Address
- Beware the Urgent Ploy
- Links Lead You Astray
- Regular Maintenance Claims
- The Protection Claim
- Can You Spell Criminal?
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