The majority of cyberattacks begin with a user clicking on a phishing email. Ever wonder why users continue to fall for phishing emails?
According to a new report from PhishMe that found that 91% of cyberattacks start with a phish, the top reasons people are duped by phishing emails are curiosity (13.7%), fear (13.4%), and urgency (13.2%), followed by reward/recognition, social, entertainment, and opportunity.
If there is ever any doubt or suspicion concerning the validity of an email received from a company, call and ask about it. The company in question will be able to easily confirm or deny the validity of the communication.
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