Phishing is a sneaky tactic where scammers try to trick you into giving up your personal information, like passwords or credit card details. They often pretend to be someone you trust, such as your bank or a social media site, using fake emails, messages, or websites that look legitimate. Learning to spot the red flags is key to staying safe online. By following some simple rules, you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of these scams and keep your digital life secure.
Match the term to its definition:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Phishing | A. Software that records your keystrokes. |
| 2. Malware | B. A fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information. |
| 3. Keylogger | C. Software designed to harm a computer system. |
| 4. Spoofing | D. Disguising an email or website to appear from a trusted source. |
| 5. Two-Factor Authentication | E. A security process where users provide two different authentication factors to verify themselves. |
Complete the following paragraph using these words: personal, links, suspicious, secure, information.
Always be ________ when you receive emails from unknown senders. Never click on ________ in emails if you are unsure of the sender. Always ensure websites where you enter ________ ________, such as banking sites, are ________ (look for the padlock icon in the address bar).
Why is it important to verify the legitimacy of a website before entering any personal information? Explain your answer in 2-3 sentences.
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