Phishing attacks are one of the most dangerous security concerns that consumers and businesses face in protecting their data. With phishing schemes that use email, social media, phone calls, or any other form of communication, social engineers can steal passwords, credit cards, or additional sensitive information. Spear phishing, in particular, significantly threatens users because it is an attack tailored to a specific victim. The most critical step in reducing spear phishing threats is to increase security awareness and training for the appropriate employees.

Because 94% of all cyber-attacks are delivered over email, anyone can be a weakness in an organization’s security posture. As a result, it is critical to know about these attacks when dealing with unknown or unfamiliar emails. PennAware provides free security training courses, resources, and practical tools to combat phishing attacks and secure your data.