Originally published by ESET WeLiveSecurity
Has your inbox recently been deluged with unwanted and even outright malicious messages? Here are 10 possible reasons and how to stem the tide.
Common causes:
- Data breaches exposing your email
- Your email visible on websites
- Weak passwords compromised
- Public Wi-Fi exposure
- Malware on your device
- Responding to spam
- Unsubscribing from illegitimate lists
- Using email for too many services
- Social media oversharing
- Old accounts not secured
- Use unique, strong passwords
- Enable spam filters
- Never respond to spam
- Use disposable emails for signups
- Monitor for data breaches
- Keep security software updated