How They Attack
Email Spam is the electronic version of junk mail. It involves sending unwanted messages, often unsolicited advertising, to a large number of recipients. Spam is a serious security concern as it can be used to deliver Trojan horses, viruses, worms, spyware, and targeted phishing attacks.
How Do You Know
* Messages that do not include your email address in the TO: or CC: fields are common forms of Spam
* Some Spam can contain offensive language or links to Web sites with inappropriate content
What To Do
* Install Spam filtering/blocking software
* If you suspect an email is Spam, do not respond, just delete it
* Consider disabling the email’s preview pane and reading emails in plain text
* Reject all Instant Messages from persons who are not on your Buddy list
* Do not click on URL links within IM unless from a known source and expected
* Keep software and security patches up to date