Handling Suspicious Messages on Microsoft Teams

Imagine you’re working on an important project with your team on Microsoft Teams. Suddenly, you receive a message from someone you don’t recognize. The message contains a link and urges you to click it to view an urgent document. Here’s how you can handle this situation and keep your personal information and HM systems and data secure:

Watch Out for Red Flags:

• The sender isn’t someone you know or have communicated with before.

• The message contains a link to an unknown website.

• The language is urgent, trying to provoke a quick response.

Report the Suspicious Message

1. Locate the suspicious message in your chat.

2. Click on the three dots next to the message.

3. Select More actions > Report this message.

4. Choose the appropriate category (e.g., Security risk or Inappropriate) and click Report.

Block the Suspicious Sender

1. Go to the chat with the suspicious message.

2. Hover over the sender’s name, and click on the three dots (More options).

3. Select Block from the dropdown menu.

You play a crucial role in protecting HM from cyberattacks. Remember, your awareness and quick actions are vital in safeguarding our systems and data. Together, we can create a secure and resilient environment for everyone.