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1. Analyse the contact and be aware of the common signs of phishing
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If you receive something with some of the features above:
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Analyse the context
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Question the sense/nature of the request
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Look for caution signs, such as typos and contacts from general domains
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In case your doubts persist, confirm the veracity of the information received directly with the source, and do not disclose confidential information, such as usernames, passwords, or banking data.
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2. Pay attention to suspicious links, websites, documents, and attachments
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Phishing via e-mail can have a lot of ambiguous elements. In these cases, it’s important that:
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You do not use forms of contact or login via links embedded in the messages
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You check the legitimacy of links by looking for typos or small incoherencies when compared to the original website address
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You confirm whether the website is secure by placing the mouse on the corresponding padlock
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In case your doubts persist, enter the URL address manually on a new tab and access the information directly on the original page, or simply don’t open those links.
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3. Check your online accounts and update your antivirus and passwords regularly
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Install an antivirus software and keep it updated, protecting your devices against new phishing attacks
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Check your accounts regularly by getting bank account statements
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Change your passwords regularly to decrease the risk of being a victim of this type of attack
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