Phishing is a tactic that cybercriminals use to get you to click a link
or download files. They send an email, text messages, use ads, or social
media to trick you so you will act without thinking. Once you do click
the link, your privacy and security are threatened. You may lose login
credentials, bank access, or infect your computer with dangerous
malware. Phishing is the
number one way that identity theft occurs.
Emails are designed to look legitimate, so you have to look closer to be
safe. Never click links or download attachments in emails. Go directly
to the website on your browser instead.