The vast majority of cyber incidents start with a single click on a phishing email. The good news? A well-trained team is one of the most effective defenses you can have — and it costs nothing but attention.
Share these seven red flags with everyone in your organization.
1. A sense of urgency
“Your account will be closed in 24 hours.” Attackers manufacture urgency to make you act before you think. Slow down.
2. Unexpected attachments or links
Were you expecting this file? If not, don’t open it. Hover over links to see where they really go before clicking.
3. Slightly-off sender addresses
support@micros0ft.com is not Microsoft. Check the domain carefully — attackers love look-alike addresses.
4. Generic greetings
“Dear valued customer” from a company that knows your name is a warning sign.
5. Requests for credentials or payment
Legitimate companies don’t ask for your password by email. Any request to “verify” login details should be treated as hostile.
6. Spelling and grammar mistakes
Professional organizations proofread. Obvious errors are a classic tell.
7. It just feels off
Trust your instincts. When in doubt, don’t click — verify through a known phone number or your IT team.
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