Phishing Scams Flashcard https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recog

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What is a common tactic used in phishing emails?

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Telling a story to trick you into clicking a link

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to protect yourself from phishing attacks?
Options:
Using security software,
Using multi-factor authentication,
Backing up your data,
Ignoring software updates

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Ignoring software updates

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What should you do if you suspect a phishing attack?

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Report the message and then delete it.

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If you responded to a phishing email, what is the first step you should take?

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Update your computer’s security software

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Where should you report a phishing email?

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To the Anti-Phishing Working Group

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What is a sign that an email might be a phishing attempt? Options: It has a personalized greeting, It has no links or attachments, It contains a generic greeting, It is from a known contact

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It contains a generic greeting

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What is multi-factor authentication?

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A security process requiring two or more credentials.

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What should you do if you receive a phishing text message?

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Forward it to SPAM (7726)

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Which of the following is a potential consequence of falling for a phishing scam? Improved credit score, Free software updates, Identity theft, Increased email storage

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Identity theft

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What is the purpose of phishing scams?

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To steal personal and financial information