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1. Check the Destination Before Opening It
Most smartphones display the URL before opening the website.
✅ Legitimate
- https://www.hager.com
- https://login.microsoftonline.com
❌ Suspicious
- https://hager-security.com
- https://microsoft-login365.net
Cybercriminals often use similar-looking domains, misspellings, and words such as secure, login, verification, update or account.
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2. Be Cautious of Urgent Requests
Attackers rely on emotion and urgency:
- Your account will be suspended
- Verify your identity now
- Immediate action required
When you feel pressured to act immediately, slow down and verify first.
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3. A QR Code Is Not Automatically Safe
A malicious QR code can be:
- Sent by email
- Shared in messaging apps
- Printed on posters
- Placed on top of another QR code
✅ Trust the destination.
❌ Do not trust the QR code itself.
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4. Never Enter Your Password Without Verification
Before entering your credentials:
- ✔ Check the web address
- ✔ Verify the website is legitimate
- ✔ Confirm you were expecting the request
🚩 Red Flag: If a website unexpectedly asks for your Hager credentials, stop and investigate.
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5. When in Doubt, Stop
Cybercriminals exploit
- Curiosity
- Trust
- Urgency
- Routine
Cyber-aware employees use
- Verification
- Critical Thinking
- Caution
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Quick Reminder
Taking only 10 seconds to verify a QR code destination can prevent a security incident.
Always think before you scan.
