Talk:Phishing
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Propose addition: WhatsApp phishing research in anambra state Nigeria
[edit]Proposed text: A 2024 survey study conducted at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University in Igbariam, Anambra State, examined the influence of WhatsApp phishing messages on data security among undergraduates. The study surveyed 375 students and found that scam emails and fake login pages were the most common forms of phishing. Respondents expressed concern that these messages threatened their data security. The authors recommended regular educational campaigns to address the risks.Ewetuobi, Esther I. (2024). "Influence of WhatsApp online phishing messages on data security among undergraduates of Anambra State".
My draft is in my sandbox. Thank you. Bambishyna (talk) 07:05, 28 July 2026 (UTC)
Not done as an unclear summary of an unremarkable sounding student survey. Belbury (talk) 08:34, 28 July 2026 (UTC)
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