Input 5

Occurrence: Data Phishing

Year: 2020

Device: Computer/ Mobile device

Learning Outcomes

One should endeavor to go the extra mile to study and verify that the URL belongs to the company in question e.g. in the example above, DHL will use its official website if they were giving away gifts.

Use example 5 below.

Example 5 An individual experiences data phishing when they receive a Whatsapp message prompting them to click a link to get free gifts from a renowned company.