AN INTRO.

TO
PHISHING
SCAMS
What are ➔ Phishing scams are targeted false
emails, that are made to look like
emails coming from a trustworthy
source, but in reality, it is a phisher

phishing ❏
who wants to know your :

Credentials

scams? ❏
❏
❏
Bank account details
personal/confidential information
Try to find out your personal passwords
and financial information

➔ Phishing scammers tend to send out

emails, text messages or sometimes
even on unusual websites, with
different domains and no match with
the address, or content
What are Some of the types of phishing scams can
include;

the types of
❏ Vishing. (attack happening over the
phone using social engineering to fool
people.)

phishing ❏ Spear phishing. (targets specific

individuals using malicious emails)

Scams?
❏ Angler Phishing. (attacks social media
users)
❏ Smishing. (using fake mobile text
messages to trick people to send money
or share sensitive info.)
HOW CAN WE AVOID PHISHING SCAMS?
To avoid phishing scams on the internet, you can follow these tips:
● Never provide personal information: Avoid giving out personal information in
response to unsolicited requests
● Stay Informed: Keep yourself updated about phishing techniques as new scams are
constantly being developed
● Think Before You Click: Be cautious before clicking on any links or attachments,
especially from unknown senders
● Type Known URLs: Instead of clicking on links in emails, type known URLs directly
into your browser
● Use Resources: Utilize tools like password managers and phishing awareness
resources to enhance your online security