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Cybersecurity Update - Zoom and Microsoft Teams Phishing Attacks Trending

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According to the KnowBe4 blog CyberheistNews Volume 10, there are new Zoom (and Microsoft Teams) phishing attacks you need to watch out for. The Better Business Bureau has three great tips.

Out of the blue, you receive an email, text, or social media message that includes Zoom’s logo and a message saying something like, "Your Zoom account has been suspended. Click here to reactivate." or "You missed a meeting, click here to see the details and reschedule".

 You might even receive a message welcoming you to the platform and requesting you click on a link to activate your account. The BBB warned:

  • Double check the sender’s information. Zoom.com and Zoom.us are the only official domains for Zoom. If an email comes from a similar looking domain that doesn’t quite match the official domain name, it’s probably a scam.
  • Never click on links in unsolicited emails. Phishing scams always involve getting an unsuspecting individual to click on a link or file sent in an email that will download dangerous malware onto their computer. If you get an unsolicited email and you aren’t sure who it really came from, never click on any links, files, or images it may contain.
  • Resolve issues directly. If you receive an email stating there is a problem with your account and you aren’t sure if it is legitimate, contact the company directly. Go to the official website by typing the name in your browser and find the ‘Contact Support’ feature to get help.

Remember: Think Before You Click. It is more important than ever these days. 

Source: This is a slightly modified excerpt from https://blog.knowbe4.com/cyberheistnews-vol-10-50-scam-of-the-week-warn-your-employees-about-new-zoom-phishing-attacks. 

Disclosures: This material is for informational purposes only. It is developed from third party sources believed to be providing accurate and reliable information on the subjects covered, but should not be regarded as a complete analysis of these subjects.