Massive E-Mail Phishing Attack Hits Web

Phishing refers to the act of trying to get your personal information in order to use or steal your identity. Phishing can happen with snail mail, email, text messaging, social networking, phone, and more. Today, I learned of a new threat aimed at web based email systems like Gmail, Yahoo email, MSN/HotMail, and others.

You can read the entire article here:

Massive E-Mail Phishing Attack Hits Web – Enterprise Security Today

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3 Responses to “Massive E-Mail Phishing Attack Hits Web”

1. Anne says:

   October 8, 2009 at 9:23 am

   Excuse my ignorance, how do I read the article?
   Thank you…..

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   • Rick says:

     October 8, 2009 at 10:15 am

     No ignorance at all Anne…for some reason, the body of the message disappeared. It is now fixed. Thanks!

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     • Anne says:

       October 8, 2009 at 11:09 am

       Thanx much Rick! You’re always on top of things.
       I feel much better now…….sigh……

       Reply