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AI-generated voices and videos are becoming increasingly convincing. Attackers can now imitate executives, coworkers, vendors, or even family members to trick people into sharing information or sending money. ⚠️

• Verify unusual requests through a second communication method
• Be cautious of urgent requests involving payments or sensitive data
• Pay attention to inconsistencies in video calls or voice messages
• When in doubt, call the person directly using a trusted number 🔐

Just because you can see or hear someone doesn't mean it's really them.

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Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a great security tool, but attackers have found ways to exploit it. Some repeatedly send login approval requests hoping you'll eventually click "Approve" out of frustration. ⚠️

• Never approve an MFA request you didn't initiate
• Report unexpected login prompts immediately
• Use number matching or app-based MFA when available
• Review account activity if you receive repeated requests 🔐

If your phone keeps asking you to approve a login, someone else may be trying to get in.

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What you post online can reveal more than you think. Photos, job updates, travel plans, and even office backgrounds can give attackers valuable information. ⚠️

• Be mindful of what appears in the background of photos
• Avoid posting travel plans before or during a trip
• Don't share sensitive work information online
• Review your privacy settings regularly 🔐

Cybercriminals often build profiles from small pieces of information collected over time.

Not every calendar invitation is legitimate. Attackers are increasingly using fake meeting invites to trick people into clicking malicious links or sharing information. 📅⚠️

• Be cautious of unexpected meeting invitations
• Verify the sender before accepting or clicking links
• Watch for urgent requests or unusual meeting topics
• Report suspicious invites to your IT team 🔐

Sometimes the safest response is to decline first and verify later.

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Forwarding emails is quick and convenient, but it can also lead to accidental data exposure if you're not careful. ⚠️

• Double-check recipients before hitting send
• Remove sensitive information that doesn't need to be shared
• Be cautious with "Reply All" on large email chains
• Verify external recipients before sending confidential files 🔐

One click can send information much farther than intended.

Old accounts you no longer use can become easy targets for attackers. If forgotten accounts use weak or reused passwords, they can create hidden security risks. ⚠️

• Delete accounts you no longer need
• Remove saved payment information from inactive accounts
• Update passwords on accounts you still keep
• Turn on multi factor authentication for important accounts 🔐

Sometimes the accounts you forget about are the ones attackers remember.

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