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Email Security: Are You Safe from Spam and Phishing?
This article addresses common misconceptions about email security, explaining the risks of spam and phishing emails and offering tips to stay safe.
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- Is previewing emails always safe?
- Previewing emails poses a minimal risk of malware, but embedded trackers can still collect data. Disabling automatic image loading minimizes this risk.
- Are plain text emails always safe?
- While plain text emails are safer than HTML emails, they can still contain malicious links used in phishing attacks.
- Are emails from known contacts always safe?
- Emails from known contacts aren't always safe, as attackers can spoof addresses or hack accounts. Be cautious of unusual messages, especially those with links or attachments.
- Do spam filters catch all malicious emails?
- Spam filters are effective but not foolproof. Sophisticated phishing emails can bypass them, highlighting the importance of remaining vigilant.
- Can simply reading an email get me into trouble?
- Simply opening an email generally won't infect your device; the danger lies in interacting with malicious content like links or attachments.