Spoofing and Phishing

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The terms (spoofing) and (phishing) are industry phrases used to describe
the act of collecting personal information by using a fake email or website
to entice victims into entering personal information such as your birthday,
credit card numbers, bank accounts, passwords, etc. This sensitive
information allows perpetrators to commit identity theft, credit card, and
Internet fraud. These emails and sites appear identical to real ones,
however, they are not. Unfortunately, some people fall prey to such scams
and unknowingly surrender their password, credit card number, and a wide
array of other personal information.

1. Some spoof websites will send emails that pretend to come from
Legitimate website to entice you to log in at the spoof URL.
Be extremely cautious of emails that direct you to a website that
asks for sensitive information.

2. Stay safe; don't respond to emails asking for any of the following:

· Your password and email address combination
· Credit card numbers
· Bank account numbers
· Social security numbers
· Drivers license number
· First and Last Names

If you have surrendered financial or password information to a suspicious
email or website, promptly report this to the issuing institution as well
as change your password and security answers on your account.

Passwords:

1. Use a unique passwords for your accounts and change them every
30-60 days.
2. The password should be one that is not used on any other site,
service, or login.

Do not download attachments, software updates, or any application to your
computer via a link you received in an email unless you completely know the source.