Disadvantages of Phishing

I am going to mention the disadvantages of Phishing and the risks you can be in.


However, here is some disadvantages of Phishing.

• You can scams in your emails or pop ups
• You can get phone calls which can be a scam such as Life Insurance
• Phishing can drain peoples bank accounts if you give over your bank details which you might think its your bank but really its a hoax.
• Phishers can use the data to access a victim's account and withdraw money or purchase merchandise or services.
• They can use data to open new bank or credit card accounts in a victim's name.
• They can install computer viruses and worms on a victim's computer.

What to look out for and what you should do if you receive a phishing message?

• Be aware and pro-active: when responding to emails or phone calls, never give your login or personal details. If you receive an email from a company that claims to be real but is requesting these details, or a contact number tell them you will call them back. use a contact number for the organisation that you have sourced. Speak to them directly to confirm that the message is genuine.
• Use your spam filter.
• Know your source.

for more information go to this link: What to look out for and what you should do if you receive a phishing message?