Phishing & Scam Prevention Guide
Knowledge is the Best Safeguard Against Fraud.
Updated: March, 2025
Cybercriminals use deceptive emails, calls, and messages to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information or making unauthorized transactions. Learn how to recognize suspicious activity, protect your data, and take action safely and effectively. When in doubt, always contact SkyWest Environmental Inc. using the phone number listed on our official website.
Safeguard Yourself Against Fraudulent Activities
Protecting Your Business Through Smart Safeguards.
At SkyWest Environmental Inc., we believe in promoting cybersecurity awareness and helping our community stay informed. Phishing scams and other forms of digital fraud are common tactics used by cybercriminals to deceive individuals into revealing personal information, transferring funds, or compromising devices.
This page is designed to help you recognize the signs of fraudulent communication, take steps to protect yourself, and know how to respond safely when you encounter suspicious emails, calls, or messages.
Recognizing Potential Phishing Scams
Understand the warning signs of phishing attempts to safeguard your data and communications.
Email Red Flags
Impersonated Email Addresses: Fraudsters use addresses that closely resemble official domains. For instance, a scam email might originate from a domain like [email protected] (note the extra ‘r’) instead of our legitimate domain.
Generic Greetings: Scammers may use vague salutations like “Dear Customer” instead of addressing you by name.
Unusual Content: Be wary of unexpected messages claiming overdue invoices, job offers, or requests for urgent action.
Social Engineering Tactics
Pressure or Urgency: Scammers often create scenarios like “Your account will be suspended” or “Immediate payment required to avoid service disruption.”
Authority Mimicking: Messages might claim to come from company executives or legal teams, demanding compliance.
Suspicious Attachments or Links
Malicious Attachments: Files labeled as invoices or purchase orders may contain malware.
Phishing Links: URLs may redirect to fake login pages designed to steal your credentials. Hover over links to verify the destination.
Unexpected Communication Channel
Fraudulent Phone Calls: Scammers may call pretending to represent SkyWest Environmental Inc. and request sensitive information.
Text or Social Media Messages: Be cautious of unsolicited messages containing links or asking for immediate responses.
Unexpected Communication Channels
Fraudulent Phone Calls: Scammers may call pretending to represent SkyWest Environmental Inc. and request sensitive information.
Text or Social Media Messages: Be cautious of unsolicited messages containing links or asking for immediate responses.
Security Practices for Clients
Your vigilance is your best defense: Follow these steps to stay secure.
Contact Information
For any inquiries or to verify payment change requests, please contact SkyWest’s Finance Team.
Revision and Updates: This policy is reviewed annually and updated as necessary to address emerging threats and improve security measures.