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Category: Phishing
Phishing, smishing, and spoofing reports: deceptive emails, texts, and fake websites designed to steal credentials. Start with our phishing & smishing guide.
How to use this Phishing resource
Phishing, smishing, and QR-code lures imitate trusted brands to steal passwords, payment data, or authentication codes. Inspect the destination and verify outside the message.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I check before opening a link?
Check the sender, the actual destination domain, the request being made, and whether you can complete the task through the official app instead.
What if I entered a password?
Change it immediately from a trusted device, revoke active sessions, enable multifactor authentication, and secure any account that reused it.
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