How do phishing attacks exploit email spoofing to appear legitimate, and how can I recognize these attempts?
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How do phishing attacks exploit email spoofing to appear legitimate, and how can I recognize these attempts?
Phishing attacks exploit email spoofing by impersonating a trusted entity or person, such as a bank, company, or colleague. The attackers manipulate the sender’s information to make the email appear legitimate. To recognize these attempts, look out for the following signs:
1. Check the email address carefully for slight variations or misspellings of familiar domains.
2. Be wary of urgent or alarming messages that pressure you to take immediate action.
3. Look for generic greetings or impersonal language in the email.
4. Avoid clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown sources.
5. Verify the legitimacy of the email by contacting the supposed sender through a known, secure method.
Stay vigilant and always think twice before providing sensitive information or clicking on links in suspicious emails.