Phishing is a fraudulent ploy that scam artists use when they send mass emails or text messages that look like they're from a financial institution or legitimate company.
The emails and text messages are used by ill-intentioned people to steal your personal information or install malicious software on your computer, prompting you to click links or open attachments.
This kind of attack can cause serious damage: you could lose your data and the thieves could steal your personal information to commit further fraud.
Protect yourself by being vigilant and recognizing phishing attempts. A phishing email can take many forms but one common feature is that it's always unsolicited.
What to do if you receive a fraudulent email or text message?
What to do if you've clicked a link or opened an attachment in an email or text message?