Post by Pete on Feb 22, 2024 11:00:42 GMT
Email scams (or email frauds), such as phishing and BEC, are deceptive cyber attacks carried out through — you guessed it — email, in order to dupe unsuspecting victims into giving up sensitive information or money.
They can take on various forms, from seemingly innocuous requests for personal details to sophisticated forms of trickery that can lead to identity theft or financial loss.
They can take on various forms, from seemingly innocuous requests for personal details to sophisticated forms of trickery that can lead to identity theft or financial loss.
Understanding the different types of email scams and their common characteristics can provide a first line of defense against these threats.