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- 1Tackling CrimeMany types of crime are carried out with the aid of a computer.
The victims can be governments, companies, organisations and you as individuals. - 2Phishing - what is it?A phishing email is one that tricks you into handing over sensitive or personal information e.g login details or bank details.
You receive what looks like a legitimate email, for example from your bank or an organisation such as eBay or PayPal.
The website urges you to visit a bogus website and enter your personal details, which are then captured by the phishers. - 3Phishing- what to look out for?Greeting. The phishers don't know your name-just your email address, so greeting is not personalised.
The senders address is often a variation on a genuine address.
Forged Link. The link looks genuine,but it may not link to the website given. Roll your mouse over the link to check it.
Request for personal information. Genuine organisation never do this.
Poor spelling and grammar - 4Virus Generated EmailWill appear to be sent from a friend.
Usually means your friend's email has been infected with a virus and has sent an email to their whole address book.
Typically includes a product or shop recommendation, or asks for emergency cash.
Encourages you to click a link to a sales website or transfer cash. - 5Protecting Against Email ScamsUse a SPAM filter to prevent common scams ever reaching your inbox.
Be suspicious! If you aren't completely certain it's genuine. Never click and links or download attachments. - 6Trojan Horses and Malware EmailOffers something tempting to look at, either an attachment or a link-for example a funny video.
When you open the attachment or click the link, it installs a virus on your computer.
the virus might record your keystrokes and send them to the attackers, provide someone else with access to your files and use your computer to send spam to everyone in your address book. - 7Advanced Fee FraudUsually a long and desperate plea for help.
the sender will claim to need cash, in return they will send you millions of pounds.
If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
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