Return to the PC Security web page Lesson 6: Improving Security

Lesson Objectives In this lesson, you will:  Identify phishing s  Take appropriate steps if you suspect you have been exposed to identity theft  Use a spam filter  Identify hoaxes  Create disposable accounts 2

3 Confronting Security Risks carries potential risks  Malware infection  Spam  Phishing

4 Confronting Security Risks Spam  More than just an annoyance  Cost businesses close to $198 billion in 2007

5 Phishing in Attempt to trick users into revealing personal information Can lead to identity theft

6 Phishing in Identifying features  Message not addressed to you  Greeting does not refer to you by name  Hyperlinks do not match actual URL

7 Phishing in Victims  Forward phishing message to and to  Forward phishing message to company that was impersonated  Visit for the next steps

8 Reducing Spam Verify message legitimacy before forwarding  Snopes.com

9 Reducing Spam Avoid spambots  Keep your address off websites Read privacy policies and EULAs Opt out if possible

10 Reducing Spam Multiple accounts  Personal  Business  Disposable

Dealing with Spam Once started, spam cannot be stopped – only controlled Spam filters  Software installed as an program add-in  Must be trained  Service that checks mail before it hits your inbox Whitelists and blacklists 11

Return to the PC Security web page Lesson 6: Improving Security