Introduction Welcome to our cybersecurity awareness training.

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Today, we're exploring what can happen when you click on a suspicious link.

Let's dive in.

Alex just received an email claiming to be from his bank, asking him to urgently  update his account details.Subject: Urgent: Update Your Account InformationDear Alex Doe, We hope this message finds you well. We're writing to inform you that we've recently updated our banking system to better serve your needs. As part of this update, we're asking all customers to verify their account information.Please click the link below to verify your account: (mailto:customerservices@f1ctiousbank.com)Please note that failure to verify your account within 48 hours  may result in temporary suspension of your banking services.

But look closer.

The email address seems off, mail to:customerservices@f1ctiousbank.com and there's a link attached.

Despite his doubts, Alex clicks on the link.

Little does he know, he's just made a big mistake.

The Consequences : As soon as Alex clicks the link, malware begins to download onto his computer.

This malicious software can steal his personal information, damage his files, or even take control of his device.

The Aftermath :  Over the next few days, Alex's computer slows down, his personal files go missing, and he notices unauthorised charges on his bank accountDate Description                                                                        Debit (€) Credit (€) Balance (€) 2023-07-01                            Opening Balance                                                                   1000 2023-07-02 ATM Withdrawal                                                     200                                    8002023-07-06 Unauthorised Transaction                                    200                                     600 2023-07-07 Unauthorised Transaction                                   500                                     100.

He realises he's been a victim of a cyber attack.

Prevention Tips But this could have been avoided had he not clicked on the link.

Always check the sender's email address and look for any spelling or grammar mistakes.

Be wary of unsolicited requests for personal information, and never click on links from unknown senders.

And remember, keeping your software and antivirus programs updated is your best defence against these kinds of attacks.

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