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That\u2019s why we\u2019re focusing on increasing awareness about social engineering, starting with its most common form: phishing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phishing<\/strong> is a tactic for stealing an individual\u2019s personal information like IDs or passwords, or for installing malware which can be used for various purposes including ransomware attacks.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/jumpcloud.com\/blog\/phishing-attack-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">83% of organizations fall victim to at least one phishing attack yearly<\/a>, with the human element contributing to 68% of these breaches.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Multiverse of Phishing Variants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Phishing attacks often employ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fbi.gov\/how-we-can-help-you\/scams-and-safety\/common-scams-and-crimes\/spoofing-and-phishing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">spoofing<\/a> to appear credible and are easier to avoid when you know how to spot them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Email Phishing<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\/business\/resources\/T172\/reports\/2024-dbir-data-breach-investigations-report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2024 Verizon Data Breach Incident Report<\/a>, email is the method of choice for delivering 98% of malware. These emails make you want to take actions such as updating your logins or clicking on an attachment\/link. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><strong>Sms Phishing (Smishing)<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.molaprise.com\/dev\/blog\/understanding-smishing-attacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This is a sophisticated phishing tactic delivered via text messages<\/a>.&nbsp;They seem to come from reputable businesses and could include a web link or prompt you to respond via a fraudulent email or phone number.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><strong><strong>Voice Phis<\/strong><\/strong>hing (Vishing)<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Scammers leave \u201curgent\u201d messages in calls or voicemails to convince recipients that they stand to miss out on certain opportunities if they don\u2019t respond immediately. This pressure tactic tricks the victim into disclosing personal details, such as passwords or account numbers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Angler phishing<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>In angler phishing, cybercriminals create fake accounts or hijack legitimate ones to impersonate trusted entities.&nbsp;They use these fake profiles to engage with users, often on social media, to obtain personal information. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><strong>Pop-up Phishing<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever browsed a site and encountered a pop-up window claiming to warn you about a security issue with your computer, you\u2019ve experienced pop-up phishing. These deceptive pop-ups often prompt you to download what appears to be a legitimate tool, such as an antivirus application, which is actually malware.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><strong><strong>Search Engine Phishing<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>They appear as either fake websites that rank high in search engine results or paid search ads leading users to phishing sites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Evil Twin Hotspots<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Free wi-fi lovers listen up. Hackers can create fake Wi-Fi access points that mimic&nbsp;legitimate networks to trick users into connecting to it. Once you connect to this spoofed  network, all your data is routed through a server controlled by the attacker. This leaves your online activity, accounts, and personal information in the open.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Protecting Yourself From Phishing Scams<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Avoid unknown senders. 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