BEST PRACTICES Flashcards
Why should you avoid opening suspicious email attachments?
They may contain malware or be part of phishing attacks designed to steal information.
What is phishing?
Phishing is a type of cyberattack that tricks users into providing sensitive information by pretending to be a legitimate source.
What should you do before opening attachments or links from an email?
Verify the sender and scan attachments with antimalware software.
What is social engineering in cybersecurity?
It is the use of deception to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information.
What is a drive-by download?
A drive-by download is malware that installs itself on your system just by visiting a malicious website.
How can you protect yourself from email-based attacks?
By not opening attachments or clicking links from untrusted sources and using antivirus or antimalware software.
