Ep3: How to Spot and Avoid Phishing Attacks

In this episode of Byte Sized Security, host Marc David talks with expert Ethan Winnobego about how to recognize and avoid phishing scams trying to steal your personal information. They discuss:What phishing is and the major security risks it posesCommon phishing techniques like fake login alerts and malicious linksRed flags to watch out for like urgent requests for info and odd URLsSteps to take if you suspect a phishing attemptSafety measures like strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and trainingHow companies and institutions can help defend against phishingWhy you should slow down and verify legitimacy before actingKey advice for individuals to thwart phishing attempts<br/>For full episode recaps, subscribe to Byte Sized Security wherever you get your podcasts or visit our website bytesizedsecurity.show. See you next time!