The message you clicked on was a USSOCOM phishing training email!
What is Phishing?
Phishing is a technique for attempting to acquire sensitive data, such as bank account numbers, through a fraudulent solicitation in email or on a web site, in which the perpetrator masquerades as a legitimate business or reputable person - CNSSI 4009. Play the video and review the information below to learn how to recognize a phishing email.
How to Recognize Phishing
Common Indicators
While not every phishing attempt looks the same, there are usually some common indicators to look for.
Usually involves a generic title when addressing recipient
From an unknown or questionable sender
Misspelled words throughout the email
Sudden sense of urgency
Hover over hyperlink to ensure the path of the link goes to a realistic address (subject aligns with domain name IE .mil or .gov)
Examples of Phishing
Click on each of the images below to learn what to look for in a phishing email.
Report Phishing
Create a new message, forwarding the phishing e-mail as an attachment to SOCOM_SPAM@socom.mil.
Provide the workstation name, POC phone number, and any actions taken.
After sending the message, delete the original e-mail from the Inbox and the Deleted Items folder.
Additional Training
For more phishing information, visit https://cyber.mil then follow the steps below (you will require your CAC):
Click on the Training link in the top navigation bar.
Select "Training Catalog".
In the "Any Training" search bar, type "Phishing".