Cybersecurity Awareness Training

Phishing training

Phishing happens when attackers trick people, like small business owners or employees, into clicking harmful links, opening fake emails or downloading malicious attachments. These actions can expose sensitive information or install malware. 

Most online attacks begin with a single click. Criminals often use phishing to steal credentials, access business accounts or install ransomware that locks systems and demands payment. According to the FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report, phishing topped the list of the five most reported cybercrimes, with 193,407 complaints.  

For SMBs that support critical infrastructure, the stakes are even higher. These sectors are frequent targets for both nation-state and financially motivated attackers who use phishing as an entry point to steal data or disrupt essential services. A single breach can lead to devastating effects beyond your singular business.  

The good news? Phishing attacks are frequently preventable when you train employees to recognize and avoid suspicious messages.  

Phishing training is vital to protect operations and public safety.  Are you training your employees to spot phishing and protect their devices? A well-trained workforce can stop attacks before they cause harm.  

Unsure if it’s a phishing message? Follow these tips: 

• Hover the mouse over the link without clicking it to see where the URL address leads. 

• Use a search engine to look up the sender’s phone number and contact them directly. 

• Use a known contact method if it appears to come from someone you know.