Description:Reports of online scams and cyber attacks are on the rise, but most people don’t heed them until it’s too late. So, what steps can you take right away to avoid becoming another cautionary tale? One critical security measure is protecting yourself against phishing—when an attacker pretends to be a trusted contact or organization to gain access to personal information. 

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:

• Recognize what to expect when dealing with a phishing attack
• Identify ways to spot phishing attempts
• Give examples of best practices to prevent identity theft
• Summarize the best ways to stop phishers proactively

Contact Hours: 1

Course Syllabus