BEC scams target payments, not passwords. They impersonate vendors, executives, or partners to redirect funds.
How BEC Works
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Attacker compromises or spoofs email
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Sends urgent payment request
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Changes wiring instructions
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Victim transfers money
Prevention
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Verify payment changes by phone
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Use MFA on business email
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Train staff regularly
For a full breakdown of how phishing works and how to protect yourself end-to-end, read our Email Phishing: Complete Guide to Prevention (2026).
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