In the computer field Phishing is a method that is used to steal sensitive user data just noticed .
How
This method is implemented by simulating the scam-site and by sending a notice to the members of that site that has broken out some problems and the solutions you need to enter your login (fake-login).
Unfortunately those who are less attentive and less informed about the facts tend to take as true the warning and ends up losing their data because they cheated.
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How to recognize
These simulated sites (sites-scam) are for the most part identical to the real sites that offer the service, the difference is that these scam sites are hosted on different from those of the original server and then you will notice that the URL (web address) will be somewhat modified (sometimes included several characters, such as replacing the letter 'O ' with the number ' 0 'zero) or even totally different.
So, pay attention to the site where you're directed and whether the case is removed from it.
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| This is an example with the Facebook site. If you report it immediately using this phishing attack [ Form ]. |
How to protect
Soon attention to warnings from friends or via email and always check that the sender is trusted, if you should get support to those who are more informed than you.
Run a search on the internet about the warning and see if it is true or not, often it is a scam if you will find articles on the subject.
Most of the time these attempts to simulate phishing sites social-networking sites or postal banks. If you visit these sites often post the real URL as a favorite in your browser and you're sure to have regular access. How to report
Sometimes sites have a dedicated form for reporting, for example to report on Facebook a phishing attempt is to use the [ form suitable ].
If you met one of these scam sites have erroneously entered the login data reports the incident to the police post by the form [ Write ].
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