Anti-Phishing Policy for ProspectiveDigital
Last Updated: 01/06/2024
Introduction
ProspectiveDigital (“we,” “us,” or “our“) is committed to protecting the security and privacy of our users. Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information by masquerading as a trustworthy entity. This Anti-Phishing Policy explains our measures to prevent phishing attacks and provides guidance on how you can protect yourself.
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Anti-Phishing Policy, you can reach us at:
Email: info@prospectivedigital.co.uk
1. What is Phishing?
Phishing is a type of cyberattack where attackers impersonate legitimate businesses or individuals through email, text messages, or websites to steal personal information, such as login credentials, credit card numbers, and other sensitive data.
2. How We Protect Against Phishing
At ProspectiveDigital, we take the following measures to protect against phishing attacks:
– Email Security: We use advanced email filtering technologies to detect and block phishing emails before they reach your inbox.
– Employee Training: We regularly train our employees to recognize phishing attempts and to follow best practices for email and internet security.
– Website Security: Our website uses HTTPS encryption to ensure secure communication between your browser and our servers.
– Monitoring and Detection: We continuously monitor our systems for signs of phishing activity and respond promptly to any threats.
3. How to Recognize Phishing Attempts
Phishing attempts can be difficult to recognize, but there are common signs to look out for:
– Suspicious Sender: Check the email address of the sender. Phishing emails often come from addresses that look similar to, but are not the same as, legitimate ones.
– Generic Greetings: Be cautious of emails that use generic greetings like “Dear Customer” instead of your name.
– Urgent Requests: Be wary of emails that create a sense of urgency or pressure you to act quickly.
– Suspicious Links or Attachments: Hover over links to see the actual URL before clicking. Do not open attachments from unknown or suspicious sources.
– Spelling and Grammar Errors: Many phishing emails contain spelling and grammar errors.
4. What to Do If You Receive a Phishing Attempt
If you receive a suspicious email or message that appears to be from ProspectiveDigital, please take the following steps:
– Do Not Respond: Do not reply to the email or message.
– Do Not Click Links or Open Attachments: Avoid clicking on any links or opening any attachments in the message.
– Report the Phishing Attempt: Forward the suspicious email to us at info@prospectivedigital.co.uk. Include any relevant details that may help us investigate.
5. Protecting Your Information
To protect yourself from phishing attacks, follow these best practices:
– Use Strong Passwords: Create unique, complex passwords for each of your accounts.
– Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Whenever possible, enable two-factor authentication for an extra layer of security.
– Verify Requests for Personal Information: Be cautious of any request for personal information. Verify the request by contacting the company directly using a known, legitimate contact method.
– Keep Software Updated: Ensure that your operating system, browser, and other software are up to date with the latest security patches.
6. Our Commitment
ProspectiveDigital is committed to maintaining a secure environment for our users. We will continue to update our security measures and educate our users on how to protect themselves from phishing and other cyber threats.
7. Changes to This Anti-Phishing Policy
We may update this Anti-Phishing Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on our website. You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Anti-Phishing Policy or need to report a phishing attempt, please contact us at:
Email: info@prospectivedigital.co.uk
Thank you for trusting ProspectiveDigital. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.
