58 How to avoid email virus threats

• Before you open your e-mail software ◦ Check whether the virus guard is up to date

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• When a new e-mail received:

◦ Check the validity of the sender:

▪ If you c a n ’t validate – Discard

◦ Check the subject, body and Attachment are trusted:

▪ If you can’t trust– Discard.

Be extra careful when an e-mail received from unknown source. Research internet for the sender, company and subject on google Check the facebook, linkedin and g+ profile of the sender if you are suspicious about an email Don't click any links in the e-mail

Don't download any attachments.

Don't forward it to anyone.

Don't submit any of your personal details