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KnowBe4: Social Media Phishing Awareness

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06/24/2026
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Thought it was only for email Immediately was suspicious The whole link looked so fictitious I didn't want to fall for such a scam So I went ahead and blocked them

TL;DR

  • Phishing attacks are not limited to email — they occur across social media platforms and other communication channels.
  • Suspicious links with fictitious or unusual characteristics should be treated as potential phishing attempts and investigated carefully.
  • When encountering suspected phishing on social media, blocking the sender is an appropriate defensive action to prevent further contact.

Summary

This short-form security awareness video uses a musical format to illustrate a common misconception about phishing attacks — that they only occur via email. The narrative follows someone encountering their first social media phishing attempt, initially believing phishing was email-exclusive. Upon recognizing the suspicious link and fictitious appearance of the message, the individual takes appropriate action by blocking the sender. The video reinforces that phishing attacks extend beyond email to social platforms and emphasizes the importance of scrutinizing links and taking defensive action when suspicious activity is detected. This format aligns with KnowBe4's approach to making security training engaging and memorable through creative content delivery.

Chapters

0:00 - First Social Media Phish
0:07 - Recognizing Suspicious Links
0:15 - Taking Defensive Action

Key Quotes

0:03 "Thought it was only for email ..."
0:11 "The whole link looked so fictitious ..."

FAQ

Can phishing attacks happen on social media platforms?

Yes, phishing attacks commonly occur on social media through direct messages, posts, and comments containing malicious links. Attackers exploit the trust users place in social connections to deliver phishing content outside of traditional email channels.


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