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Phishing

Phishing

A fake message or website designed to steal credentials or bank details, or make you open a file.

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MIGHT YOU BE AFFECTED?

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How does this work?

The message impersonates a brand, bank, public service or colleague and links to a fraudulent page.

REAL-WORLD EXAMPLE

« An email announces an account suspension and asks you to sign in through its link. »

Typical sequence

  1. 1Impersonate a familiar identity
  2. 2Create an urgent pretext
  3. 3Steal data on a fake page

Warning signs

  • Sender address looks similar but differs
  • The link uses an unrelated domain
  • Errors or an unusual request

How to protect yourself

  • Open the site from your bookmarks
  • Check the domain before clicking
  • Enable multifactor authentication

If you think you are affected

Stop the affected activity, isolate exposed devices or accounts, preserve evidence, revoke suspicious access and contact the appropriate security professional.

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Last updated: 6 September 2026