Protect your Data from Phishing Scams

Phishing scams involve an official-looking email, supposedly sent by a bank or other company you do business with. The email may ask you to provide critical account information by replying to the email or clicking on embedded Web links which will take you to a Web site that may appear legitimate, but is actually a malicious Web site set up to steal your information.

Here is a recent example of a phishing attack associated with Verizon Wireless...

Remember:
Do not open suspicious emails. Look for misspellings, awkward requests or inconsistent grammar.
A Web site link included in an email can make getting to a Web site easy, but it can also be used to send you to a malicious Web site.
Never type sensitive personal information in a reply email.
Use spam filters to block suspicious emails.
Use anti-virus and anti-malware software to automatically detect and eliminate malicious software.

Always be cautious when opening and reading your e-mails. Most viruses and scams are covered up with names of companies you trust. Just be careful what you open and click!