If you didn't have a video doorbell would you simply open the front door without knowing who’s on the other side? For the same reason, all startups, small businesses and nonprofits should stay up-to-date on the latest phishing and social engineering scam that hackers are using, to ultimately steal from your business.
The bad guys have figured out that people are the weak link and are ramping up the frequency and sophistication of their attacks. However, most phishing emails still rely on recognizable “hooks” that we can all learn to spot, such as:
When you receive a phishing email, remember DO NOT CLICK ON IT. Both Google Workspace and Microsoft365 provide protection against advanced phishing, malware, spam, and business email compromise. Let us know if you need assistance looking at the phishing settings in your email system.