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Avoid geographical cyber-targeting

Cyber-targeting

Geo-targeted phishing occurs when cybercriminals execute customized attacks based on your geographic location. Cybercriminals focus on a particular group of people, designing their scam to be as effective as possible based on the victim’s region (e.g., health care institution, Texas-specific).

Consider turning off location services from your device, including browsers, phones, computers, and applications when they aren’t necessary. informationsecurity@utsouthwestern.edu Information Security with questions.

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