Cybersecurity best practices often focus on strong passwords and updates, but social engineering is a growing threat. What's one specific, non-obvious red flag you've learned to spot in a suspicious email or message that isn't just poor grammar?
Hover over links before clicking to see the real URL. If the domain is off or looks similar but not the official site that is a red flag
The sender name can look legit but the actual email address uses a random domain or a strange subdomain. That mismatch between the display name and address is a warning sign
Urgency plus a request to bypass the official portal can be a trap. They might say act now or your account will be shut and ask you to follow a link
Attachments arrive unexpectedly or come with odd file types or double extensions and they urge you to enable macros. Do not open them
Requests for sensitive information outside the official portal or asking you to confirm your password via email is a strong red flag Remember to check cybersecurity best practices 2025 and rely on official channels