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What Is a Phishing Scam

Provides a foundational explanation of what a phishing scam is, how it works, and why it remains one of the most effective cyberattack methods. Breaks down common phishing techniques and teaches readers how to identify and report suspicious communications.

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Phishing Scams

What Is a Phishing Scam? A Security Pro's Real Guide

The $4.88 Million Email That Looked Completely Normal In 2024, IBM's Cost of a Data Breach Report pegged the average breach cost at $4.88 million — a record high. And phishing remained the most common initial attack vector. I've investigated dozens of these incidents firsthand,

Carl B. Johnson Feb 16, 2020 6 min read
Phishing Scams

What Is a Phishing Scam? A Security Pro's Real Guide

The $4.88 Million Email That Looked Completely Normal In 2023, a finance employee at a midsize manufacturing firm received an email from what appeared to be the CEO. It referenced a real acquisition the company was working on. It used the CEO's actual email signature. The employee

Carl B. Johnson Jun 12, 2019 7 min read