{"id":768,"date":"2025-08-28T08:59:52","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T13:59:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmitsolutions.com\/brandon-lakeland-fl-1222\/?p=768"},"modified":"2025-08-27T23:07:14","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T04:07:14","slug":"phishing-101-dont-take-the-bait","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cmitsolutions.com\/brandon-lakeland-fl-1222\/blog\/phishing-101-dont-take-the-bait\/","title":{"rendered":"Phishing 101: Don\u2019t Take the Bait"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every day, millions of phishing emails land in inboxes around the world. Some are easy to spot \u2014 poorly written messages with suspicious links. But today\u2019s phishing attacks are far more convincing, disguised as legitimate messages from trusted companies like Microsoft 365, banks, shipping carriers, or even your own boss.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Phishing?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Phishing is a type of cyberattack where hackers impersonate a trusted source to trick victims into clicking a link, opening an attachment, or sharing sensitive information. Once that happens, attackers can steal login credentials, financial data, or gain access to your business systems.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Phishing Works<\/b><\/h2>\n

Phishing is successful because it preys on human behavior. Emails often create urgency \u2014 \u201cReset your password now\u201d or \u201cYour account will be locked.\u201d In the rush to respond, employees may click without thinking. According to Verizon\u2019s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report, <\/span>94% of malware is delivered via email<\/b>. That means phishing remains the number one entry point for cybercriminals.<\/span><\/p>\n

Real-World Risks for Small Businesses<\/b><\/h2>\n