Scammers recently tried to pull one over on Kim Komando herself. Being America’s Digital Goddess, she was having none of it! Keep reading to find out what the phishing email Kim received looks like and what you need to do to avoid falling victim to it. As I said earlier, Kim actually received this email. Here is what it looks like:

As you can see, there is a link provided inside the email to review and print the reward. Warning! Do NOT click on the provided link, it’s malicious. These types of attacks are on the rise. That’s why you need to know what to watch for and how to handle the situation when it arises.

How to protect against phishing attacks:

Be cautious with links – If you get an email or notification that you find suspicious, don’t click on its links. It could be a phishing attack. It’s always better to type a website’s address directly into a browser than clicking on a link.Do NOT enable macros – You should never download PDF, Word or Excel files attached to unsolicited emails to begin with. If you do open one of these documents and it says that you need to turn on macros, close the file and delete it immediately.Watch for typos – Phishing scams are infamous for having typos. If you receive an email or notification from a reputable company, it should not contain typos. Take our phishing IQ test to see if you can spot a fake email.Use unique passwords – Many people use the same password for multiple websites. This is a terrible mistake. If your credentials are stolen on one site and you use the same username and/or password on others, it’s simple for the cybercriminal to get into each account. Click here to find out how to create hack-proof passwords.Set up two-factor authentication – Two-factor authentication, also known as two-step verification, means that to log in to your account, you need two ways to prove you are who you say you are. It’s like the DMV or bank asking for two forms of ID. Click here to learn how to set up two-factor authentication.Check your online accounts – The site Have I Been Pwned allows you to check if your email address has been compromised in a data breach.Have strong security software – Having strong protection on your gadgets is very important. The best defense against digital threats is strong security software.

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