{"id":3681,"date":"2024-10-11T09:17:56","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T16:17:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogschapman.wpenginepowered.com\/information-systems\/2024\/10\/11\/spotting-and-stopping-phishing-on-campus\/"},"modified":"2024-10-11T09:17:56","modified_gmt":"2024-10-11T16:17:56","slug":"spotting-and-stopping-phishing-on-campus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.chapman.edu\/information-systems\/2024\/10\/11\/spotting-and-stopping-phishing-on-campus\/","title":{"rendered":"Spotting and Stopping Phishing on Campus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Phishing is a pervasive threat that requires constant awareness. By staying informed, recognizing the signs of phishing, and promptly reporting suspicious activities, you play a vital role in safeguarding our campus. As members of the Chapman community, we must stay vigilant and proactive in recognizing and reporting these malicious attempts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Recognizing Phishing Matters<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Phishing is a type of cyberattack where attackers attempt to trick individuals into providing sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, and credit card numbers, using Social Engineering techniques. These attacks can lead to identity theft, financial loss, and unauthorized personal and institutional data access.<\/span><\/p>\n

For our campus, a successful phishing attack can compromise individual information and sensitive academic and administrative data. The consequences can range from disrupted academic activities to severe privacy and security breaches.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Recognize Phishing Attempts<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Phishing attempts often appear legitimate, making them tricky to spot. Here are some common characteristics to watch out for:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n