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Phishing Scams
A Guide for Parents - Don’t get hooked by a phishing scam.
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QUICK FACTS
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| What is the
purpose of the scam: |
To gain your
personal information such as account numbers. |
| Watch-outs |
Emails asking you to click
on a link to update your account information.
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Phishing is a method used by fraudsters to try to get your
personal information, such as your username and password, by pretending
to be a site you trust. They will send you emails that appear to be
from legitimate sites (ie. MySpace, FaceBook, etc.) that ask you to
click on a link in the email. Do not click on the link. When in doubt
call the number listed on the website (not on the email).
- Excercise caution with all emails you receive.
- Protect your personal information.
- Share credit card or other personal information only when you're
buying from a company you know and trust.
- Read the fine print. Get all promises in writing and review
them carefully before you make a payment or sign a contract.
- Never pay for a “free” gift. Disregard any offer that asks you
to pay for a gift or prize. If it's free or a gift, you shouldn't
have to pay for it. Free means free. This is law.
Sources: onguardonline.gov
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