​​Week 2 – Cyber Scams and Phishing

Cybercriminals are continuously finding new ways to scam/trick in​ternet users of all ages. Their favorite techniques include phishing emails, phishing SMS or text messages (also known as smishing) and spoofing/using fake websites and phone numbers to try and trick us into divulging sensitive information such as our identity, personal information, account details and passwords.​

Learn to be a cyberhero by:

• Understanding what is phishing and recognizing the red flags to smash out scams before they strike
• Understanding cyber villain's deceiving tactics and learning to spot when you are being phished (Quiz)
• Recognizing fake emails
• Knowing what to do with suspicious-looking messages
• Teaching kids about phishing and how to avoid online scams​
  

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