Phishing emails are becoming increasingly sophisticated - but with the right knowledge, employees can protect themselves effectively.
Phishing remains the most common method of infiltrating companies with malware or stealing access data. Attackers use deceptively genuine emails - often in the name of superiors or well-known brands. Even the best firewall is of little use if employees click on fake links or disclose sensitive data. Awareness training is therefore crucial for the security culture.
Recognizing and fending off phishing: 5 everyday tips for more security
Phishing emails are the number one gateway in the cyber kill chain. They are becoming increasingly sophisticated - but with the right knowledge, employees can effectively protect themselves and the company.
Why is phishing so dangerous?
Phishing remains the most common method of infiltrating malware or stealing access data. Attackers use deceptively genuine emails, often in the name of superiors or well-known brands.
91 % of all cyber attacks start with a phishing email.
Why awareness is crucial
Even the best firewall is of little use if employees click on fake links or disclose sensitive data. Awareness training and clear rules of conduct are therefore essential.
Studies show: Only around 25-28 % of employees reliably recognize phishing attempts.
Good training can reduce the risk by up to 80 %.
5 everyday tips against phishing
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Check the sender's address carefully
Don't just look at the name, but the complete e-mail address.
Suspicious: misspellings, unusual endings (.ru, .xyz) or additional characters. -
Do not click on links directly
Move the mouse over the link (without clicking) and check the destination address.
If it does not match the official domain → Hands off. -
Questioning urgency
Phrases such as "Your account will be blocked!" or "Act immediately!" are often used to exert pressure.
Reputable companies do not require an immediate response via link. -
Observe spelling and grammar
Many phishing emails are worded incorrectly.
Strange punctuation or incorrect umlauts are warning signals. -
Never enter passwords or sensitive data by e-mail
Banks, authorities and reputable companies never ask for passwords or TANs by e-mail.
If in doubt: Call up the official website manually.
Conclusion: We make your company phishing-proof
Phishing is not just an IT problem, but a risk for the entire company. The risk can be drastically reduced with simple rules and regular training.
We actively support you in this:
We actively support you in this:
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Phishing simulations for realistic tests
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Online awareness training for flexible training courses
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Face-to-face workshops for a sustainable safety culture
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