Avast mail shield has blocked a threat
Avast Mail Shield has blocked a threat! That's great to hear!
When Avast Mail Shield blocks a threat, it means that it has detected and prevented a potential email-borne threat from reaching your inbox. This could be a phishing email, a spam message, or even a malware-laden email.
Here are some possible reasons why Avast Mail Shield blocked a threat:
- Phishing attempt: Avast detected a suspicious email that tries to trick you into revealing sensitive information, such as login credentials or financial information.
- Spam or junk mail: Avast blocked an email that is likely to be spam or junk mail, which can clog your inbox and waste your time.
- Malware or virus: Avast detected an email that contains malware or a virus, which could harm your computer or device if opened or downloaded.
- Ransomware: Avast blocked an email that contains ransomware, which is a type of malware that demands payment in exchange for restoring access to your files.
What to do next:
- Check your Avast dashboard: Log in to your Avast account to see more details about the blocked threat, including the type of threat and the email address it came from.
- Mark the email as spam: If you're sure the email is spam or junk mail, you can mark it as spam to help Avast improve its detection algorithms.
- Report the threat: If you believe the blocked email is a false positive (i.e., it's not actually a threat), you can report it to Avast to help improve their detection accuracy.
- Stay safe online: Remember to always be cautious when opening emails or downloading attachments from unknown senders. Keep your Avast software up to date and enable two-factor authentication (2FA) whenever possible.
By working together with Avast, you can help keep your online activities safe and secure!