Don't Get Hooked: Recognize Phishing Scams in Seconds

SipCyber - Presented by IT Audit Labs

What if that urgent email from "Amazon" isn't from Amazon at all? Before you click that link, you need to know what to look for—because phishing scams have gotten scary good, and they're counting on you to act fast without thinking twice.

In this episode of SipCyber, host Jen Lotze visits Waystone Coffee in River Falls, WI, to share a simple but powerful cybersecurity tip: how to recognize phishing attempts before they compromise your personal information. With AI making scam emails more convincing than ever, Jen breaks down the essential verification steps that anyone can use to stay safe online. Whether it's a fake bank alert or a "too good to be true" offer, this episode gives you the detective skills to spot the red flags.

What You'll Learn:

• The three telltale signs of a phishing email or text
• Why "verify, then trust" is your best defense against scams
• How to check sender authenticity without clicking suspicious links
• Why urgency is a scammer's favorite weapon—and how to resist it
• One actionable habit that dramatically reduces your risk

Whether you're protecting your personal accounts or just trying to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals, this episode gives you practical, easy-to-follow guidance that works. Don't let scammers win—take control of your digital security today.

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