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FRAUD – JUST AN SMS AWAY

We know we have to be careful when clicking on links in emails and we know how to identify phishing emails. So hackers found another way to scam us into giving away our information (and money) – cell phones. Read more on the latest smishing and wangiri scams in this edition.

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SMISHING: NOW ON YOUR PHONE   ONEDRIVE: 5TB JUST FOR YOU
SMS phishing or smishing uses cell phone text messages to deliver bait to induce people to divulge their personal information.#security   As ransomware is on the rise, it's critical that you regularly back up your data. OneDrive is available to all staff with 5TB at your disposal. #tips
WANGIRI FRAUD ON THE RISE   RECYCLING PASSWORDS: A RISKY HABIT
Vodacom, MTN, and Cell C have seen an increase in Wangiri phone fraud in South Africa. Wangiri is a form of phone fraud which originated in Japan.#security   According to International Business Times, a new study finds more than 80% of Americans reuse their passwords. #security
 
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