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C/ Príncipe de Vergara, 187
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Protection against phishing attacks

1. What is phishing?

Phishing is a fraudulent technique used by cybercriminals to deceive people into revealing personal and financial information. It typically involves emails or messages that appear legitimate but that are designed to trick the recipient into providing sensitive and confidential data.

2. How to avoid falling for phishing scams

To help prevent the fraudulent use of the name Uría Menéndez and its members in phishing scams, please take note of the following key precautions:

  • Check the email domain: all emails from Uría Menéndez members are sent from the email domain “@uria.com”.
  • Verify the sender: be especially wary of emails containing attachments or links if you have not previously met the sender or been copied in on earlier correspondence.
  • Scrutinise the language: phishing emails often contain spelling mistakes, poor grammar, or awkward phrasing. At Uría Menéndez, we uphold a high standard of written communication.
  • Protect sensitive information: never share personal or financial details if you have any doubts about the origin of the message.
  • Watch out for urgency tactics: be suspicious of emails demanding immediate payment, as this is a common strategy used by cybercriminals to pressure recipients into making hasty decisions.

3. Common types of phishing

In law firms, phishing campaigns often exploit the trust these firms inspire, creating a false sense of urgency. The following are some of the most common types of phishing you may encounter:

Copyright phishing alert

If you receive an email claiming that we have detected the unauthorised use of one of our clients’ content on your website – and that this constitutes a copyright infringement – it is likely to be a scam.

Invoice payment phishing

In this type of scam, cybercriminals frequently create a false sense of urgency or fear to prompt the recipient to act immediately. For example, they might falsely claim that our bank details have changed and request that payments be made to a different account.

Remember that you can find our payment details in our invoices. If you receive any communication stating that these details have changed, it is not from us. If you have any doubts about the payment method, please get in touch with your contact person at Uría Menéndez. Never share personal or financial information in response to suspicious emails.

4. Reporting incidents

If you have been contacted by anyone claiming to be from Uría Menéndez or any of its members, please email us at report-phishing-um@uria.com. If you are a client, please notify your contact person at Uría Menéndez.

Your cooperation is essential in helping us combat these fraudulent practices and protect our communications.