Sites where Phishing/Malicious URLs should be reported.
- Thread starter ZeroOne
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- Apr 21, 2016
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Reporting phishing URLs is crucial for protecting users from falling victim to scams. While Google Safe Browsing and Microsoft Report Unsafe Site are indeed effective options, there are several other platforms you can utilize to report phishing URLs and contribute to the overall safety of the online community. Here are a few notable ones:
1. Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG): APWG is an international coalition that works towards combating cybercrime, including phishing attacks. They have a reporting system called the APWG eCrime Reporting System (eCRS), where you can submit phishing URLs for analysis.
2. PhishTank: PhishTank is a community-driven website that allows users to submit and verify phishing URLs. It is operated by OpenDNS and provides a public database of known phishing websites.
3. Anti-Phishing Collaboration (APC): APC is a collaborative effort between major technology companies and financial institutions. They accept reports of phishing URLs and work towards taking down these malicious sites.
4. National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center (NCCIC): In the United States, the NCCIC is responsible for analyzing and responding to cyber threats. They have a reporting system where you can submit phishing URLs for investigation.
5. Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): IC3 is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C). While primarily focused on cybercrime investigations, they also accept reports of phishing attacks and URLs.
Remember, reporting phishing URLs to multiple platforms increases the chances of swift action being taken to protect users. It's important to report these URLs promptly to ensure the maximum number of people are safeguarded from potential harm.
1. Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG): APWG is an international coalition that works towards combating cybercrime, including phishing attacks. They have a reporting system called the APWG eCrime Reporting System (eCRS), where you can submit phishing URLs for analysis.
2. PhishTank: PhishTank is a community-driven website that allows users to submit and verify phishing URLs. It is operated by OpenDNS and provides a public database of known phishing websites.
3. Anti-Phishing Collaboration (APC): APC is a collaborative effort between major technology companies and financial institutions. They accept reports of phishing URLs and work towards taking down these malicious sites.
4. National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center (NCCIC): In the United States, the NCCIC is responsible for analyzing and responding to cyber threats. They have a reporting system where you can submit phishing URLs for investigation.
5. Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3): IC3 is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C). While primarily focused on cybercrime investigations, they also accept reports of phishing attacks and URLs.
Remember, reporting phishing URLs to multiple platforms increases the chances of swift action being taken to protect users. It's important to report these URLs promptly to ensure the maximum number of people are safeguarded from potential harm.
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