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Emails from people you trust can still carry viruses if their devices are compromised. The warning is to avoid clicking email links or downloading attachments, even when the message appears to come from someone familiar.
Treat unexpected links and files with caution. Verify unusual requests with the sender through a separate channel before opening them.
Frequently asked questions
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Why can an email from someone familiar still be unsafe?
The sender’s computer may be infected without their knowledge, so their email could contain a risky link or attachment.
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What does the warning advise readers not to do?
It advises against clicking links in emails and downloading email attachments, including those sent by people you trust.
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Does recognizing the sender make an attachment safe to open?
No. A familiar sender’s device may be infected without their knowledge, so familiarity alone does not establish that a file is safe.
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What should you do if an email from someone you know seems unusual?
Check with the sender through a separate channel before clicking a link or opening an attachment.
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What email items does the warning identify as potential risks?
It identifies links and attachments as potential risks when a sender’s computer may have a virus.
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