Worried about being phished but reluctant to delete that email just in case? The following two sites allow you to verify whether that link or that document you received is real. Simply copy the link (but don't click it) or upload the attachment and they will verify whether its legit or phishing.
Disclaimer: this isn't 100% fool proof as you might have received a zero day attack and its not know to the sites yet.
https://www.virustotal.com/gui/home/upload
Using Gmail? Take the security check to make sure you've got all the right settings and tools implemented. Most email providers will have this service if Gmail isn't your provider. Look to set multi-factor or 2-factor authentication. Check which apps have access to your email account. Check the latest activity on your account to make sure it was you.
https://myaccount.google.com/security-checkup
If your email address has been compromised, don't panic. Make sure you have changed your password. If you use the same password across other accounts, change all your passwords and make each one unique. Sign up to be notified in future if your email address is compromised.
This free tool will scan to see if there any websites masquerading as yours
https://www.immuniweb.com/radar/
As scams and phishing become more sophisticated, we will always be vulnerable to phishing. Learn to spot the red flags with this interactive quiz.
https://phishingquiz.withgoogle.com
Data Influence blogs and stories are provided for information only, not legal advice. Always consult your lawyer on legal matters.
