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Notice that the spelling of "portall" is incorrect? These e-mails contain links which will direct
the user to another web page where the user would be asked to enter information by which
means the user ends up providing personal credentials to cybercriminals. This is also called as
phishing.

Use secure websites by looking
Frequently update your

passwords. at the lock sign or HTTPS on the
Some tips to address bar.
safeguard from

Update the operating
system and antivirus Use two-factor authentication

timely. to log in to e-mail accounts.

Spamming

It refers to the sending of bulk mail by an identified or unidentified source. Sometimes, certain
businesses send bulk-advertising mail to many accounts at the same time. Some people
intentionally send bulk mails to a user until the mail-server runs out of disk space.

Some people send virus-infected applications and files through the Internet via e-mails, chats,
games, etc. to get access to your smartphone and personal data. These e-mails may contain a

document (Word or Excel file) with malware (dangerous program that can impact your computer)
attached to it. Opening such documents results in the malware being installed on your computer
or mobile.

Using reputable websites to download files and not opening doubtful e-mails are some ways to

counter these threats.

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