Money changes need a phone call
Email can be faked, even from a real account. These rules stop the most expensive scam in business.
Poster · Scams and email
Think before you click
Most break-ins start with one email. Learn the five signs.
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- 1
It's in a hurry.
"Act now" or "your account closes today". Rushing you is the whole point.
- 2
It's too scary or too good.
A legal threat, a missed payment, a refund or a prize. Strong feelings skip checks.
- 3
The sender looks a little off.
A name you know with an address you don't, or spellings like rnicrosoft.com.
- 4
A link or file you didn't expect.
An invoice, shared file or voicemail you weren't waiting for. Call the sender first.
- 5
It wants you to sign in, pay or share.
Passwords, codes, bank details or gift cards. Go to the site yourself, not the link.
Not sure? Don't click.
Forward it to check@scan.fluxlabs.net for a free verdict, or call your IT support. Speaking up fast about a mistake is always the right call.
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