BlogDefence19TH OCT 2023
AuthorSamir Yawar
3 min read
Defence

Is It Important to Report Phishing Attempts Immediately?

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Phishing is the kind of cyber threat that doesn’t discriminate. Be it a CEO or employee, a student or their university, phishing is known as an equal opportunity threat vector. People from all walks of life must realize how important it is to report phishing attempts.

Let’s look at some numbers first. These statistics tell us a story:

Cybersecurity experts believe that prevention is the best policy. And to accomplish that, education is the answer.

Why report phishing attempts immediately?

There are plenty of good reasons why everyone needs to stay alert for phishing scams in a professional or personal setting.

Here are some of the reasons why phishing attacks need to be reported ASAP:

Conclusion

Phishing and its distant cousin spam are twin nuisances we can’t seem to wish away. They could be masquerading as a seemingly harmless link, email, or social media message. But with a few sensible tips, you can ensure that phishers do not get access to sensitive information. After all, being forewarned is forearmed.

Note: This blog is part of Pureversity's Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 coverage, aiming to empower you, your home, and your workplace with an improved cybersecurity posture.

Samir Yawar
Samir Yawar / Content Lead
Samir wants a world where people can instinctively whack online scams and feel accomplished without the need for psychic powers. As an ISC2 member, he is doing his bit to turn cybersecurity awareness training into a fun concept with simple, approachable and accessible content. Reach out to him at X @yawarsamir
FAQsFrequently Asked Questions
Reporting phishing and online scams is crucial to protect your personal and financial information and to help safeguard others in the online community from falling victim to these fraudulent attempts.
Sharing sensitive information can make you a target for cybercriminals. It's essential to keep personal and confidential information off-limits to anyone, even if the request seems legitimate.
You can use the "Report" feature in your email or communication app to report phishing attempts and also forward the details of phishing scams to relevant governmental authorities. By doing so, you actively contribute to a safer online environment.