Scan URL for phishing is a security measure that checks if a link you are about to click on is safe. Cybercriminals often use shortened links that look legit to trick you into clicking on them and entering sensitive information (such as passwords and bank details) to get access to your accounts. It is also important to check if the website looks suspicious, such as misspellings, long and garbled text, or an unusual domain extension.
During a phishing attack, a threat actor hides a malicious link within an email or other communication method such as SMS, Twitter, chat apps and social media (smishing), allowing them to harvest credentials and sensitive data under the guise of verifying identity, updating software or providing services like a “software update”. The user is then directed to a fake website that may look similar to an authentic brand or governmental institution.
Scan URLs for Phishing: Avoid Falling Victim to Scams
This type of scam is often called a spear phishing attack and can target individuals, companies and organizations of all sizes. Bad actors spoof the most popular brands, such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon and governmental institutions such as hospitals and schools to fool users into divulging personal information.
To prevent this, the phishing link checker scans any URL to detect malware, blacklisting, defacements and other security issues at server-side. The scanner uses a combination of domain reputation, blacklisting and machine learning to intelligently match indicators from malicious sites and phishing URLs. This way, even new phishing attempts and zero-day malware can be detected and blocked.…
